• Remain calm.
• Give the location of the incident to include the building name, room number, or the area name( e. g., Siena Hall, room #, etc.).
• Identify yourself and give a callback telephone number. Your identity will remain private if you wish; however, it is important we are able to contact you if we need additional information.
• State the incident you are reporting( e. g., theft, medical emergency, fire, etc.).
• Describe the scene: who is involved, how many people are at the scene, if medical treatment is being given or needed, a description of involved parties, and other relevant information.
• Stay on the phone until the dispatcher has recorded all of the information.
When a crime or another serious incident is reported:
• A Public Safety officer will be dispatched to render assistance as appropriate and investigate the incident. When appropriate the local fire, police or EMS department may also be dispatched.
• If the responding officer determines the situation presents a significant or imminent danger to the Gwynedd Mercy University community, the Chief of Public Safety or designee will provide a timely warning to the campus community.
• The Lower Gwynedd Police Department responds to all medical emergencies, fires, fire alarms, and hazardous materials incidents along with university-designated emergency management personnel.
• Incidents related to Residence Life or Plant Services will be referred to the on-duty or on-call personnel in the specific department needed.
• Reports of all sexual and relationship violence made to a university official will be referred to the Title IX coordinator even if the reporting party chooses to pursue criminal charges.
• In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Act, the Department of Public Safety prepares, publishes and distributes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report on Oct 1 annually. This report is located on the Public Safety webpage.
Student Billing
Tuition payments are due prior to the start of the semester. The fall semester’ s tuition is due on August 15, the spring semester’ s tuition is due on December 15, and the summer semester’ s tuition is due on April 25. Cash payments up to $ 1,500 and checks will be accepted in person at the Campbell Solution Center located in Campbell Hall. All credit card payments must be made online through your self-service account and the option to pay online with an online check is also available. Directions on adding an authorized user to make payments online on your behalf are on the Student Billing webpage. The University accepts Visa, MasterCard, AMEX and Discover. Checks may be mailed to the attention of the Student Billing Office, Gwynedd Mercy University, Attn: Student Billing Office, 1325 Sumneytown Pike, PO Box 901, Gwynedd Valley PA 19437.
Students are not permitted to register for the next semester unless all outstanding debts are resolved. All debts must be resolved prior to registration and before graduation, regardless of pending financial aid. Diplomas will not be issued to any student with an outstanding debt. Outstanding financial obligations must be discussed with the Student Billing Office before obtaining your official transcripts.
As a service to our students and their families, a tuition payment plan is available. The plan is administered by TouchNet. For information on the payment plan visit the Student Billing webpage.
You may view your billing statement online through the“ Self Service” portal, under the“ Student Finance” tile. If you have questions about your billing statement, please email studentbilling @ gmercyu. edu. If you are having issues logging into your account to access your statement, or other technical issues, please call the IT help desk at 215-646-7300, ext. 21444.
Delinquent Accounts: A student who is financially delinquent shall forfeit the privilege of attending classes or living in residence halls, and the University will withhold diplomas / certificates until such indebtedness is paid. Pending financial aid is not considered payment. Student accounts that are not resolved by the end of the semester will be placed with a collection agency. The student will be responsible for the full amount due to the University plus all associated collection and legal costs.
Student Billing Office: Office Location: Campbell Hall Office Hours: M-F, 8:00am – 4:00pm Telephone: 215-646-7300 x21278 Email: studentbilling @ gmercyu. edu
Student Success Center( SSC): Academic Advising and Academic Coaching, Accessibility Services, Career Development, First Year Experience Program, Placement Assessments, and Tutoring Services
General information and appointments: Email: studentsuccess @ gmercyu. edu Phone: 267-448-1370 Web page: www. gmercyu. edu / studentsuccess
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