Gwynedd Mercy University
AY2023-2024 Graduate Academic Catalog
students must consult the requirements for the state to which they are making application . Out of state students must complete 540 hours of Practicum experience even if the state to which one is making application requires fewer hours . It is the student ’ s responsibility to ensure they have secured the appropriate number of Practicum hours and maintain recordkeeping of those hours for the state they are making application to .
Program Learning Outcomes : PLO1 Think and plan strategically to create an organizational vision focused on student success and communicate the vision to all relevant stakeholders . PLO2 Create an organizational culture of teaching and learning in which students learning is paramount . PLO3 Manage resources effectively to bring about desired results . PLO4 Collaborate , communicate , and empower others inside and outside the organization to pursue excellence in learning . PLO5 Operate fairly and equitably , exhibiting personal and professional integrity .
For Major Requirements , see Program Handbook and Curriculum Sheets
Academic Criteria for Admission , Progression and Retention Program Admissions Requirements and Procedures : Application Requirements for the Master ' s in Educational Administration : Dual K-12 Principal and Supervisor of Curriculum & Instruction Certifications
• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
• Official transcripts from every college or university attended
• Completed application form
• Professional resume
• Two completed supervisory reference forms
• A minimum score of 550 ( written ), 213 ( computer ), or 79 ( internet ) on the TOEFL examination ( non-US applications only ).
• A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher . Candidates with a GPA lower than 3.0 are encouraged to apply and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis
• Personal interviews may be required as needed
• Possess a Level I or Level II Certification
• 5 years academic instructional teaching experience
Post Master ’ s Dual Certification ONLY Program : Students seeking K-12 principal certification and Supervisor of Curriculum and Instruction must meet the same admission requirements as those set forth in the degree program . In addition to those requirements , the certification-only candidate must hold a master ’ s degree from an accredited University in some education related field .
Internal / External Transfers : Internal Transfer credit or credit from another previously attended accredited University will be reviewed by the Program Director for determination of acceptance . For
the master ’ s degree transfer credit will not exceed 6 credits . Transfer credit to be considered for the master ’ s degree must not exceed 5 years beyond the application date for consideration . Transfer Credit consideration is on a case-by-case basis .
For Curriculum Sequence , see Program Handbook 74