Gwynedd Mercy University
AY2020-2021 / Undergraduate Academic Catalog
Visiting Students
A student who enrolls in classes for credit to be transferred to another institution in which he or she is regularly enrolled is classified as a non-matriculated student .
Home-Schooled Students
All home-schooled students must complete and submit all application materials required of traditional applicants , in addition to a transcript from a home-school accrediting body . An interview may also be requested .
Non-Matriculated Students Non-matriculated students may take up to 9 credits of course work on a part-time basis at Gwynedd Mercy University . After completing these 9 credits , students must contact the Admissions Office for advice about matriculation ; that is , to work toward one of the degrees offered in the University . If the student does not intend , at any time , to work toward a degree , the admission requirement will be waived . Students who intend to matriculate in health professions , business , or nursing programs should apply as soon as possible but are required to do so once they have earned 9 credits .
University Studies
New students who are undecided on a major or do not meet the initial requirements of their academic program of choice may be admitted as a University Studies student . University Studies students will have an opportunity to work with the Career Development staff to further explore their academic and career options and to partner with a professional academic advisor who will regularly meet with them to review their interests and academic progress . Students also will be provided with academic and personal encouragement through tutoring sessions and student success workshops , all with the goal of ensuring University Studies students are able to pursue their program of interest .
SEE ACADEMIC PROGRAMS for Program-Specific Admissions Requirements and Procedures .
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