C
Average
Score: 50/100
Overall (traditional)
B+
Outcome Rating
76/100 · earnings-weighted

Gwynedd Mercy University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Gwynedd Valley, Pennsylvania 19437
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 58%
Outcomes
B
72/100
Affordability
F
16/100
Resources
C+
60/100
Experience
B
70/100
Prestige
D
31/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

2,165
Total Enrollment
58%
Graduation Rate
78%
Retention Rate
9.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
94%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Gwynedd Mercy University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$67,145
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$65,976
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$25,000
Median debt at graduation
56.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,090
Average SAT
24.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 37% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 84th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (PA wage index 0.97). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Gwynedd Mercy University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$82,372$99,913+12%#130 of 966#119$25,000
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$76,087$90,618+28%#34 of 253#36$26,820
Business Administration, Management and Operations$55,645$67,288-1%#471 of 1176#473$27,000
Criminal Justice and Corrections—$54,898-1%#324 of 660#331$25,500
Psychology$38,046$50,848+0%#469 of 1027#416$28,250
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$47,453$45,799-3%#452 of 680#514$25,250

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Gwynedd Mercy University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $1,156,368
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,818/mo — vs ~$778/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 18936 (4.0% cap, Montgomeryville)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $37,825 $37,825
Room $7,000
Board $6,640
Total Cost (On-Campus) $58,530 $58,530

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
38%
Receive Pell Grants
75%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 194 grads/yr Teacher Education, Multiple Levels 52 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 45 grads/yr Occupational Therapy/Therapist 30 grads/yr Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other 24 grads/yr Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 21 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 20 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 20 grads/yr Secondary School Administration/Principalship 19 grads/yr Psychology, General 15 grads/yr Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology, Other 15 grads/yr Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist 14 grads/yr Organizational Leadership 13 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 12 grads/yr Administration of Special Education 12 grads/yr Higher Education/Higher Education Administration 11 grads/yr Pre-Occupational Therapy Studies 11 grads/yr Public Health, General 10 grads/yr Secondary Education and Teaching 9 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 8 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Gwynedd Mercy University's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Education teachers, postsecondary
$72k/yr 74,900 jobs
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs
Middle school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$63k/yr 633,700 jobs
Elementary school teachers, except special education
$62k/yr 1,422,700 jobs
Kindergarten teachers, except special education
$61k/yr 117,200 jobs
Preschool teachers, except special education
$37k/yr 555,100 jobs

Student Demographics

2,165
Total Students
72%
Women
64%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 55%
Hispanic 7%
Black 15%
Asian 4%
Two or More 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 32%
Hybrid (Some Online) 36%
Fully Online 33%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 64%
25-64 (Adult) 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Gwynedd Mercy University?
Gwynedd Mercy University has an acceptance rate of 94%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Gwynedd Mercy University?
Tuition at Gwynedd Mercy University is $37,825 for in-state students and $37,825 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Gwynedd Mercy University?
The graduation rate at Gwynedd Mercy University is 58%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Gwynedd Mercy University a good school?
Gwynedd Mercy University has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Gwynedd Mercy University?
Gwynedd Mercy University has a total enrollment of 2,165 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology