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Vista aérea de Gwynedd Mercy University
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Universidad católica

Gwynedd Mercy University

  • UbicaciónGwynedd Valley, PA
  • Tipo y tamañoPrivada sin fines de lucro · de 4 años · 2,165 estudiantes
  • PatrocinadorHermanas de la Misericordia de las Américas
  • TradiciónMercy
Sitio web oficial

Gwynedd Mercy University in Gwynedd Valley, Pennsylvania, was founded in 1948 by the Sisters of Mercy and is sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas. Its campus ministry, the Mercy Center for Service, Spirituality, and Justice, has two directors. General education requires three courses in religious studies and philosophy (at least one of each), and every first-year student takes a one-credit service course.

Iglesias católicas cercanas

Map of Gwynedd Mercy University, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches1 mi2 mi3 miSaint Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic Church: 2.8 mi1The Mercy Center for Service, Spirituality, and Justice (Mercy Hall): 0.4 miGwynedd Mercy University (campus)N2 mi
CampusCentro católicoIglesia católica (numerada abajo)Abrir un mapa de calles ›
  1. Saint Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic Church — 2.8 mi · 259 Forest Avenue, Ambler

A menos de 3 millas, según el mapa de Colaboradores de OpenStreetMap. El mapa puede estar incompleto. Confirme con la parroquia o la diócesis.

Ficha de fe

Cada línea es un aspecto que buscamos. Una marca significa sí, media marca significa en parte, un guion significa no. “Información insuficiente” significa que las fuentes oficiales no lo indican.

N/AVida sacramental: información insuficiente. Las fuentes oficiales todavía no cubren lo suficiente para calificarla.

Vida sacramental

Información insuficiente: las fuentes oficiales cubren menos del 60 % de esta área.

  • En parte: En parte: la escuela cumple algunos aspectos de este punto y obtiene parte de los puntos.
    Misa entre semana en el campus durante el año académico1–2 días entre semana (The 2026-27 Student Handbook refers to 'prayer opportunities, such as weekday mass' and says the University chapel offers the celebration of the Eucharistic Liturgy. The only schedule on the Mercy Center page (Wednesday Communion services and First Friday Masses on October 6, November 3, and December 1) is from fall 2023 and is not used.)
    Fuentes (1)
    1. 2026-2027 Student Handbook | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/about-gmercyu/2026-27-student-handbook-final.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The University chapel offers opportunities for silence, solitude, the celebration of the Eucharistic Liturgy, and other opportunities for prayer. Please see the Mercy Center webpage or call 215-641-5590 for current information on prayer opportunities, such as weekday mass or daily prayer. The Chapel is located off the breezeway entrance to Campbell Hall. All are welcome to visit for private prayer whenever the building is open.”
      The University chapel in Campbell Hall is open for private prayer and hosts the Eucharistic Liturgy; weekday Mass is mentioned without a schedule.
      “Students can connect with us through spectrum of activities, including Catholic mass, spiritual retreats, one-time service events, week-long Alternative Break trips, ongoing service in the local community, and informal visits to our office in Mercy Hall.”
      The Mercy Center offers Catholic Mass, retreats, service events, and Alternative Break trips, from its office in Mercy Hall.
  • Información insuficiente: Información insuficiente: las fuentes oficiales no lo documentan, así que se deja fuera de la calificación en lugar de contarse como un no.
    Misa dominical en el campus (incluida la vigilia del sábado)Información insuficiente: no se encontró en fuentes oficiales.
  • Información insuficiente: Información insuficiente: las fuentes oficiales no lo documentan, así que se deja fuera de la calificación en lugar de contarse como un no.
    Confesión con horario fijo en el campusInformación insuficiente: no se encontró en fuentes oficiales.
  • Información insuficiente: Información insuficiente: las fuentes oficiales no lo documentan, así que se deja fuera de la calificación en lugar de contarse como un no.
    Adoración eucarísticaInformación insuficiente: no se encontró en fuentes oficiales.
  • En parte: En parte: la escuela cumple algunos aspectos de este punto y obtiene parte de los puntos.
    Sacerdotes que atienden a los estudiantesSacerdote de medio tiempo o visitante (Mass is celebrated (the 2026-27 handbook lists Catholic Mass among Mercy Center activities; an annual Mercy Day Mass was held September 24, 2026).)
    Fuentes (2)
    1. 2026-2027 Student Handbook | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/about-gmercyu/2026-27-student-handbook-final.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Students can connect with us through spectrum of activities, including Catholic mass, spiritual retreats, one-time service events, week-long Alternative Break trips, ongoing service in the local community, and informal visits to our office in Mercy Hall.”
      The Mercy Center offers Catholic Mass, retreats, service events, and Alternative Break trips, from its office in Mercy Hall.
    2. Mercy Week | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/mercy-tradition/campus-ministry/mercy-week · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Thursday, September 24 Annual Mercy Day Mass Join us for our annual Mercy Day Mass as we mark the 199th anniversary of Catherine McAuley opening the House of Mercy in Dublin, Ireland”
      An annual Mercy Day Mass was held on campus on September 24, 2026, during Mercy Week.
  • Sí: Sí: la escuela cumple este aspecto y obtiene todos sus puntos.
    Capilla abierta para la oración en el campusSí (The 2026-27 handbook says all are welcome to visit the University chapel in Campbell Hall for private prayer whenever the building is open.)
    Fuentes (1)
    1. 2026-2027 Student Handbook | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/about-gmercyu/2026-27-student-handbook-final.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The University chapel offers opportunities for silence, solitude, the celebration of the Eucharistic Liturgy, and other opportunities for prayer. Please see the Mercy Center webpage or call 215-641-5590 for current information on prayer opportunities, such as weekday mass or daily prayer. The Chapel is located off the breezeway entrance to Campbell Hall. All are welcome to visit for private prayer whenever the building is open.”
      The University chapel in Campbell Hall is open for private prayer and hosts the Eucharistic Liturgy; weekday Mass is mentioned without a schedule.
  • Información insuficiente: Información insuficiente: las fuentes oficiales no lo documentan, así que se deja fuera de la calificación en lugar de contarse como un no.
    Horario semanal publicado de Misa, confesión y adoraciónInformación insuficiente: no hay horarios de Misa verificados registrados.
FTeología y plan de estudios básico: Mínima (calificación F): de 0 a 100 puntos de 100 según lo que documentan las fuentes oficiales. Las calificaciones requieren fuentes para al menos el 60% de la lista de verificación.

Teología y plan de estudios básico

29 de 100 puntos según lo que pudimos documentar.

  • En parte: En parte: la escuela cumple algunos aspectos de este punto y obtiene parte de los puntos.
    Cursos de teología o estudios religiosos exigidos a todos los estudiantes de licenciaturaUn curso (The 2026-27 bachelor's general education ('Exploring the Spiritual World') requires PHL (3 credits), RS (3 credits), and RS or PHL (3 credits): one religious studies course is fixed and the third may be either.)
    Fuentes (1)
    1. 2026-2027 University Catalog | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/pdfs/2026-27-university-course-catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Exploring the Spiritual World PHL 3 credits RS 3 credits RS or PHL 3 credits Exploring the Arts and Imagination”
      Bachelor's general education requires one philosophy course, one religious studies course, and a third course in either.
      “Bachelor's Degree Requirements* General Education, Core Curriculum: Growth through Mercy Connections”
      The requirements listed are the general education core for bachelor's degrees.
  • En parte: En parte: la escuela cumple algunos aspectos de este punto y obtiene parte de los puntos.
    La teología exigida incluye contenido explícitamente católico (Escritura, tradición católica, sacramentos)La teología católica es una opción entre varias (Any RS course meets the requirement; options include courses with Catholic content (e.g., RS 252 Contemporary Catholicism, RS 112 Sacraments and Spirituality) and courses such as RS 115 World Religions. No specific explicitly Catholic course is required.)
    Fuentes (1)
    1. 2026-2027 University Catalog | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/pdfs/2026-27-university-course-catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “RS-252 Contemporary Catholicism After placing into a fuller context the Second Vatican Council of the Roman Catholic Church, this course examines”
      Religious studies options include Contemporary Catholicism.
      “RS-115 World Religions The six major religions of the world, Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam and the Chinese religions are examined in a comparative manner.”
      Religious studies options also include World Religions.
  • En parte: En parte: la escuela cumple algunos aspectos de este punto y obtiene parte de los puntos.
    Cursos de filosofía exigidos a todos los estudiantes de licenciaturaUn curso (One PHL course is required; the third course may be RS or PHL.)
    Fuentes (1)
    1. 2026-2027 University Catalog | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/pdfs/2026-27-university-course-catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Exploring the Spiritual World PHL 3 credits RS 3 credits RS or PHL 3 credits Exploring the Arts and Imagination”
      Bachelor's general education requires one philosophy course, one religious studies course, and a third course in either.
      “Bachelor's Degree Requirements* General Education, Core Curriculum: Growth through Mercy Connections”
      The requirements listed are the general education core for bachelor's degrees.
  • No: No: la escuela no ofrece esto, así que no obtiene puntos.
    El plan de estudios básico se nutre explícitamente de la tradición intelectual católicaNo (The catalog's general education description ('Growth Through Mercy Connections') says the Signature Seminar lets students discover what is distinctive about the university as a Catholic, Mercy institution committed to the Sisters of Mercy's Critical Concerns.)
    Fuentes (1)
    1. 2026-2027 University Catalog | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/pdfs/2026-27-university-course-catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The Signature Seminar component of the general education curriculum offers students the opportunity to discover what is distinctive about Gwynedd Mercy University as a Catholic, Mercy institution committed to the Critical Concerns of the Sisters of Mercy”
      The general education description centers on the Mercy identity and the Sisters of Mercy's Critical Concerns.
  • No: No: la escuela no ofrece esto, así que no obtiene puntos.
    Se ofrece carrera de teología o estudios religiososNo (The 2026-27 catalog's list of bachelor's programs has no religious studies or theology major (a Philosophy B.A. is offered). Religious Studies is listed among the minors (18 credits).)
    Fuentes (2)
    1. 2026-2027 University Catalog | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/pdfs/2026-27-university-course-catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Programs Leading to the Bachelor Degree Bachelor of Arts: History History w/Secondary Education Music Industry Philosophy Psychology”
      The catalog's list of bachelor's programs includes no religious studies or theology major.
      “Public Health Religious Studies Special Education Speech- Language-Pathology Sport Management Programs Leading to the Master Degree”
      Religious Studies is listed among the programs leading to minors.
    2. Religious Studies at GMercyUgmercyu.edu/academics/programs/religious-studies-minor · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Earn a Religious Studies minor by: Completing 18 credits”
      Religious Studies is offered as an 18-credit minor.
  • Información insuficiente: Información insuficiente: las fuentes oficiales no lo documentan, así que se deja fuera de la calificación en lugar de contarse como un no.
    Afirma públicamente Ex Corde Ecclesiae en sus documentos de misión o gobiernoInformación insuficiente: no se encontró en fuentes oficiales.
BCultura del campus y vida en residencias: Buena (calificación B): de 70 a 100 puntos de 100 según lo que documentan las fuentes oficiales. Las calificaciones requieren fuentes para al menos el 60% de la lista de verificación.

Cultura del campus y vida residencial

72 de 100 puntos según lo que pudimos documentar.

  • En parte: En parte: la escuela cumple algunos aspectos de este punto y obtiene parte de los puntos.
    Personal de la pastoral universitaria (capellanes, ministros y personal profesional)Dos a cuatro (2: Jeffrey Wallace (Director of Spirituality and Justice) and Betsy Stone Plummer (Director of Service and Catherine's Cupboard); the 2026-27 handbook says the Mercy Center team consists of these two directors.)
    Fuentes (2)
    1. 2026-2027 Student Handbook | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/about-gmercyu/2026-27-student-handbook-final.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The Mercy Center team consists of a Director of Spirituality and Justice and a Director of Service and Catherine’s Cupboard.”
      The Mercy Center has two professional staff.
    2. 2026-2027 University Catalog | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/pdfs/2026-27-university-course-catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Mission Integration James Gallo, EdD Vice President for Mission, Planning and Effectiveness Mercy Center for Service, Spirituality and Justice Jeffrey Wallace, MDiv Director of Spirituality and Justice Betsy Stone Plummer, MS Director of Service and Catherine’s Cupboard”
      Mission Integration is led by a Vice President for Mission, and the Mercy Center has a Director of Spirituality and Justice and a Director of Service.
  • En parte: En parte: la escuela cumple algunos aspectos de este punto y obtiene parte de los puntos.
    Retiros ofrecidos a los estudiantes cada añoDe uno a tres (The 2026-27 handbook lists spiritual retreats among Mercy Center activities and the Mercy Center page says it offers 'a variety of retreats'; past offerings named are a First Year Retreat and 'Breakthrough'.)
    Fuentes (2)
    1. 2026-2027 Student Handbook | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/about-gmercyu/2026-27-student-handbook-final.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Students can connect with us through spectrum of activities, including Catholic mass, spiritual retreats, one-time service events, week-long Alternative Break trips, ongoing service in the local community, and informal visits to our office in Mercy Hall.”
      The Mercy Center offers Catholic Mass, retreats, service events, and Alternative Break trips, from its office in Mercy Hall.
    2. The Mercy Center for Service, Spirituality, & Justice | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/mercy-tradition/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Past retreat offerings include First Year Retreat and “Breakthrough”.”
      Past Mercy Center retreats include a First Year Retreat and 'Breakthrough'.
  • Sí: Sí: la escuela cumple este aspecto y obtiene todos sus puntos.
    Organizaciones estudiantiles católicas y grupos de formación en la feTres o más (The official club directory lists the Mercy Center for Service, Spirituality, and Justice and the Kappa Gamma Pi Catholic honor society; the Mercy Center describes student liturgical ministries, Mercy Advocates in Service, and weekly conversation groups on meaning, purpose, and spirituality. A weekly Protestant Bible study is not counted.)
    Fuentes (2)
    1. Clubs & Organizations | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/student-life/activities-leadership-programs/clubs-organizations · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Team FTK The Mercy Center for Service, Spirituality, and Justice The Mighty Marketers”
      The Mercy Center appears in the official list of clubs, organizations, and committees.
      “Kappa Gamma Pi is the National Honor Society of Catholic Colleges. The purpose of this organization is to identify potential Catholic leaders who will maintain high personal standards of Christian excellence and scholarship.”
      The university has a chapter of Kappa Gamma Pi, the honor society of Catholic colleges.
    2. The Mercy Center for Service, Spirituality, & Justice | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/mercy-tradition/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “We encourage students, faculty, and staff to get involved in our liturgical celebrations as singers, musicians, lectures, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion and leaders of prayer.”
      Students serve in liturgical ministries.
      “Mercy Advocates have the opportunity to make a difference both locally and globally. They involve their peers in community service while raising awareness of justice issues worldwide.”
      Mercy Advocates in Service is a student service and justice group of the Mercy Center.
      “All are welcome to consider participating in weekly, hour long conversation groups of 4-6 people!”
      The Mercy Center runs weekly small conversation groups on meaning, purpose, and spirituality.
  • En parte: En parte: la escuela cumple algunos aspectos de este punto y obtiene parte de los puntos.
    Opciones de residencia por sexoSolo pisos o alas de un solo sexo (Loyola Hall (mostly first-year students) has single-gender identity floors. St. Brigid and Siena Halls have co-ed floors.)
    Fuentes (1)
    1. Residence Halls | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/student-life/living-campus/residence-halls · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Single-gender identity floors. The vast majority of Loyola residents are first-year students”
      Loyola Hall has single-gender floors; the other halls have co-ed floors.
  • En parte: En parte: la escuela cumple algunos aspectos de este punto y obtiene parte de los puntos.
    Política de visitas nocturnas en las residenciasSe aplican horarios de visita o límites de invitados (The 2026-27 Guide to Residence Life allows overnight guests (18 or older) no more than four times a month, with roommate permission and sign-in; it does not restrict guests by sex. It says the university 'does not encourage cohabitation'.)
    Fuentes (1)
    1. 2026-27 Guide to Residence Life | Gwynedd Mercy Universitysites.gmercyu.edu/pdfs/26-27-guide-to-residence-life-august-2026.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Overnight guests may be hosted by a resident student no more than four times in a month regardless of host.”
      Overnight guests are limited to four nights a month per resident.
      “Residents must obtain permission from their roommate(s) for a guest to stay overnight. At no time should a roommate be displaced by a guest.”
      Overnight guests are permitted with roommate permission; the policy does not restrict guests by sex.
  • Información insuficiente: Información insuficiente: las fuentes oficiales no lo documentan, así que se deja fuera de la calificación en lugar de contarse como un no.
    Vida de fe en las residencias (capellanes de residencia, Misas en la residencia o comunidades de vida basadas en la fe)Información insuficiente: no se encontró en fuentes oficiales.
  • Sí: Sí: la escuela cumple este aspecto y obtiene todos sus puntos.
    Oficina o directivo superior para la misión e identidad católicaSí (Dr. James Gallo is Vice President for Mission, Planning and Effectiveness and heads Mission Integration, which includes the Mercy Center.)
    Fuentes (3)
    1. 2026-2027 Student Handbook | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/about-gmercyu/2026-27-student-handbook-final.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Vice President for Mission, Planning and Effectiveness Dr. James Gallo Assumption Hall, first floor Phone: 215-542-5787 ext. 21787 on campus Email: gallo.j@gmercyu.edu”
      Dr. James Gallo is Vice President for Mission, Planning and Effectiveness.
    2. 2026-2027 University Catalog | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/pdfs/2026-27-university-course-catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Mission Integration James Gallo, EdD Vice President for Mission, Planning and Effectiveness Mercy Center for Service, Spirituality and Justice Jeffrey Wallace, MDiv Director of Spirituality and Justice Betsy Stone Plummer, MS Director of Service and Catherine’s Cupboard”
      Mission Integration is led by a Vice President for Mission, and the Mercy Center has a Director of Spirituality and Justice and a Director of Service.
    3. Leadership | Gwynedd Mercy University | Pennsylvaniagmercyu.edu/about-gmercyu/leadership · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Vice President for Mission, Planning, & Effectiveness Jim Gallo, EdD”
      The university's leadership team includes a Vice President for Mission.
AServicio y doctrina social católica: Sólida (calificación A): de 85 a 100 puntos de 100 según lo que documentan las fuentes oficiales. Las calificaciones requieren fuentes para al menos el 60% de la lista de verificación.

Servicio y doctrina social católica

91 de 100 puntos según lo que pudimos documentar.

  • Sí: Sí: la escuela cumple este aspecto y obtiene todos sus puntos.
    Centro de servicio o voluntariadoSí (The Mercy Center's community service program, led by a Director of Service, organizes weekly service, Alternative Break trips, and service partnerships.)
    Fuentes (2)
    1. 2026-2027 Student Handbook | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/about-gmercyu/2026-27-student-handbook-final.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Director of Service and Catherine’s Cupboard Betsy Stone Plummer Phone: 215-641-5592, ext. 21592 on campus Email: plummer.b@gmercyu.edu”
      Betsy Stone Plummer is Director of Service and Catherine's Cupboard.
    2. The Mercy Center for Service, Spirituality, & Justice | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/mercy-tradition/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Seeking a way to link your faith with your desire to serve? GMercyU’s Mercy Center's community service program reflects and enhances the University’s commitment to the Mercy tradition of service to society”
      The Mercy Center runs the university's community service program, linking faith and service.
  • Sí: Sí: la escuela cumple este aspecto y obtiene todos sus puntos.
    Aprendizaje-servicio o compromiso comunitario en el plan de estudiosObligatorio para todos los estudiantes (UNV 101 GMercyU Service (1 credit; a service activity with guided written reflection) is part of bachelor's general education and required of all first-year students. Students 21 or older or with 24+ transfer credits, and accelerated/online students, are exempt.)
    Fuentes (2)
    1. 2026-2027 University Catalog | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/pdfs/2026-27-university-course-catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “UNV-101 GMercyU Service As part of the UNV program, this course nurtures student development for service to society within the Mercy tradition through participation in a service activity and a guided written reflection.”
      UNV 101 GMercyU Service combines a service activity with guided reflection.
      “101 is required of all full-time and part-time first-year students during their second semester.”
      UNV 101 is required of all first-year students.
    2. Mercy in Action | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/mercy-tradition · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “100% of first-year, full-time students participate in community service”
      All first-year, full-time students take part in community service.
  • Información insuficiente: Información insuficiente: las fuentes oficiales no lo documentan, así que se deja fuera de la calificación en lugar de contarse como un no.
    Enseñanza social católica en el plan de estudios (curso, especialidad, centro o requisito básico)Información insuficiente: no se encontró en fuentes oficiales.
  • En parte: En parte: la escuela cumple algunos aspectos de este punto y obtiene parte de los puntos.
    Compromiso provida (grupo provida estudiantil, apoyo a estudiantes embarazadas o con hijos, o iniciativas institucionales)Uno (Support for parenting students: Catherine's Cupboard stocks baby care items and diapers that students may take for themselves or their families. No pro-life student group appears in the club directory.)
    Fuentes (1)
    1. Catherine's Cupboard | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/mercy-tradition/campus-ministry/catherines-cupboard · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “household products, personal care products and diapers. Students can choose the items they need for themselves or their families.”
      Catherine's Cupboard provides diapers and other items for students and their families.
  • Sí: Sí: la escuela cumple este aspecto y obtiene todos sus puntos.
    Programas de justicia y solidaridad (viajes de inmersión, pobreza, migración o iniciativas de cuidado de la creación)Dos o más (Mercy Center Alternative Break trips (immigration in McAllen, Texas; care of the earth in Benson, Vermont; 2025-26), Mercy Focus on Haiti, and Catherine's Cupboard (food insecurity).)
    Fuentes (3)
    1. Alternative Break Service Experiences | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/mercy-tradition/service/alternative-spring-break · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Spring Break: March 9-15, 2026 in McAllen, TX Immigration, Global Poverty, Advocacy”
      The Mercy Center's 2026 spring Alternative Break focused on immigration and poverty in McAllen, Texas.
      “Summer Break: May 10-15, 2026 in Benson, VT Care of the Earth, Spirituality, Advocacy”
      The 2026 summer Alternative Break focused on care of the earth at a Mercy eco-spirituality center in Vermont.
    2. Service | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/mercy-tradition/service · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Mercy Focus on Haiti A group of Sisters of Mercy, friends, and colleagues walking with the Gros Morne, Haiti community.”
      The university takes part in Mercy Focus on Haiti.
    3. Catherine's Cupboard | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/mercy-tradition/campus-ministry/catherines-cupboard · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Catherine’s Cupboard provides access to food and other resources when you need them. Providing access to the support students need is central to our Mercy mission.”
      Catherine's Cupboard, a Mercy Center program, provides food and other necessities to students.
  • Sí: Sí: la escuela cumple este aspecto y obtiene todos sus puntos.
    Servicio explícitamente arraigado en la misión católica (dirigido con la pastoral universitaria o la oficina de misión, o enmarcado en la enseñanza social católica)Sí (Service is run by the Mercy Center (campus ministry), which links faith and service in the Mercy tradition.)
    Fuentes (2)
    1. The Mercy Center for Service, Spirituality, & Justice | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/mercy-tradition/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Seeking a way to link your faith with your desire to serve? GMercyU’s Mercy Center's community service program reflects and enhances the University’s commitment to the Mercy tradition of service to society”
      The Mercy Center runs the university's community service program, linking faith and service.
    2. Alternative Break Service Experiences | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/mercy-tradition/service/alternative-spring-break · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Spring Break: March 9-15, 2026 in McAllen, TX Immigration, Global Poverty, Advocacy”
      The Mercy Center's 2026 spring Alternative Break focused on immigration and poverty in McAllen, Texas.

Las calificaciones provienen de los indicadores documentados de la rúbrica. “Información insuficiente” no significa que la escuela no lo tenga.

Fortalezas

  • General education requires three courses in religious studies and philosophy, at least one of each, with Catholic-content courses among the religious studies options.
    Fuentes (1)
    1. 2026-2027 University Catalog | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/pdfs/2026-27-university-course-catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Exploring the Spiritual World PHL 3 credits RS 3 credits RS or PHL 3 credits Exploring the Arts and Imagination”
      Bachelor's general education requires one philosophy course, one religious studies course, and a third course in either.
      “RS-252 Contemporary Catholicism After placing into a fuller context the Second Vatican Council of the Roman Catholic Church, this course examines”
      Religious studies options include Contemporary Catholicism.
  • Every first-year student takes UNV 101 GMercyU Service, a service activity with guided reflection.
    Fuentes (1)
    1. 2026-2027 University Catalog | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/pdfs/2026-27-university-course-catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “UNV-101 GMercyU Service As part of the UNV program, this course nurtures student development for service to society within the Mercy tradition through participation in a service activity and a guided written reflection.”
      UNV 101 GMercyU Service combines a service activity with guided reflection.
      “101 is required of all full-time and part-time first-year students during their second semester.”
      UNV 101 is required of all first-year students.
  • The Mercy Center runs Alternative Break trips on immigration and care of the earth, the Catherine's Cupboard pantry, and Mercy Focus on Haiti, and a Vice President for Mission leads Mission Integration.
    Fuentes (4)
    1. Alternative Break Service Experiences | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/mercy-tradition/service/alternative-spring-break · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Spring Break: March 9-15, 2026 in McAllen, TX Immigration, Global Poverty, Advocacy”
      The Mercy Center's 2026 spring Alternative Break focused on immigration and poverty in McAllen, Texas.
      “Summer Break: May 10-15, 2026 in Benson, VT Care of the Earth, Spirituality, Advocacy”
      The 2026 summer Alternative Break focused on care of the earth at a Mercy eco-spirituality center in Vermont.
    2. Catherine's Cupboard | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/mercy-tradition/campus-ministry/catherines-cupboard · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Catherine’s Cupboard provides access to food and other resources when you need them. Providing access to the support students need is central to our Mercy mission.”
      Catherine's Cupboard, a Mercy Center program, provides food and other necessities to students.
    3. Service | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/mercy-tradition/service · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Mercy Focus on Haiti A group of Sisters of Mercy, friends, and colleagues walking with the Gros Morne, Haiti community.”
      The university takes part in Mercy Focus on Haiti.
    4. Leadership | Gwynedd Mercy University | Pennsylvaniagmercyu.edu/about-gmercyu/leadership · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Vice President for Mission, Planning, & Effectiveness Jim Gallo, EdD”
      The university's leadership team includes a Vice President for Mission.

Inquietudes

  • The handbook mentions weekday Mass without days or times.
    Fuentes (1)
    1. 2026-2027 Student Handbook | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/about-gmercyu/2026-27-student-handbook-final.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The University chapel offers opportunities for silence, solitude, the celebration of the Eucharistic Liturgy, and other opportunities for prayer. Please see the Mercy Center webpage or call 215-641-5590 for current information on prayer opportunities, such as weekday mass or daily prayer. The Chapel is located off the breezeway entrance to Campbell Hall. All are welcome to visit for private prayer whenever the building is open.”
      The University chapel in Campbell Hall is open for private prayer and hosts the Eucharistic Liturgy; weekday Mass is mentioned without a schedule.
  • The Mercy Center's two staff members are lay directors.
    Fuentes (2)
    1. 2026-2027 Student Handbook | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/about-gmercyu/2026-27-student-handbook-final.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The Mercy Center team consists of a Director of Spirituality and Justice and a Director of Service and Catherine’s Cupboard.”
      The Mercy Center has two professional staff.
    2. 2026-2027 University Catalog | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/pdfs/2026-27-university-course-catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Mission Integration James Gallo, EdD Vice President for Mission, Planning and Effectiveness Mercy Center for Service, Spirituality and Justice Jeffrey Wallace, MDiv Director of Spirituality and Justice Betsy Stone Plummer, MS Director of Service and Catherine’s Cupboard”
      Mission Integration is led by a Vice President for Mission, and the Mercy Center has a Director of Spirituality and Justice and a Director of Service.
  • Religious studies is offered only as a minor, and the religious studies requirement can be met with courses such as World Religions.
    Fuentes (1)
    1. 2026-2027 University Catalog | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/pdfs/2026-27-university-course-catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Public Health Religious Studies Special Education Speech- Language-Pathology Sport Management Programs Leading to the Master Degree”
      Religious Studies is listed among the programs leading to minors.
      “RS-115 World Religions The six major religions of the world, Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam and the Chinese religions are examined in a comparative manner.”
      Religious studies options also include World Religions.
  • The residence guide allows overnight guests up to four times a month without restriction by sex, and two of the three halls have co-ed floors.
    Fuentes (2)
    1. 2026-27 Guide to Residence Life | Gwynedd Mercy Universitysites.gmercyu.edu/pdfs/26-27-guide-to-residence-life-august-2026.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Overnight guests may be hosted by a resident student no more than four times in a month regardless of host.”
      Overnight guests are limited to four nights a month per resident.
    2. Residence Halls | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/student-life/living-campus/residence-halls · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Single-gender identity floors. The vast majority of Loyola residents are first-year students”
      Loyola Hall has single-gender floors; the other halls have co-ed floors.

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The Mercy Center for Service, Spirituality, and Justice (Mercy Hall)

  • Dirección: 1325 Sumneytown Pike, Gwynedd Valley, PA 19437
  • Ubicación: En el campus
  • Instalaciones: Mercy Center office (Mercy Hall), University Chapel (Campbell Hall), Catherine's Cupboard food pantry (Tabor House)

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Fuente: gmercyu.edu, verified Oct. 8, 2026, gmercyu.edu, verified Oct. 8, 2026, gmercyu.edu, verified Oct. 8, 2026, gmercyu.edu, verified Oct. 8, 2026

Clubes católicos y vida estudiantil

12 grupos y actividades regulares · 3 en el campus, 2 fuera del campus, 7 sin ubicación publicada

Formación en la fe 2

  • Dublin PilgrimageFuera del campus
    Every other summer
    Three-day Mercy leadership pilgrimage to Dublin, Ireland.
  • Conversation groups
    Semanal
    Hour-long small groups of 4-6 people discussing meaning, purpose, and spirituality.

Servicio 4

  • Alternative Break tripsFuera del campus
    Spring and summer breaks (2026: McAllen, Texas, and Benson, Vermont)
    Mercy Center service trips on immigration and poverty at the southern border and on care of the earth at a Mercy eco-spirituality center.
  • Catherine's CupboardEn el campus
    Mercy Center food pantry in Tabor House, with self-serve shelves outside the chapel in Campbell Hall.
  • Mercy Advocates in Service
    Students who involve peers in community service and raise awareness of justice issues.
  • Mercy Focus on Haiti
    Partnership with a Sisters of Mercy ministry serving the Gros Morne, Haiti, community.

Liturgia y oración 3

  • Mercy Day MassEn el campus
    Annually in Mercy Week (September 24, 2026, 11:30 a.m.)
    Annual Mass marking the founding of the Sisters of Mercy, in the Frances M. Maguire '55 Healthcare Innovation Center.
  • Special Masses (Welcome Back, Mass of Remembrance, Baccalaureate)
    University Masses at set points in the academic year.
  • Ministerios litúrgicos
    Students serve as singers, musicians, lectors, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, and prayer leaders.

Vida social 1

  • Alternative Break BingoEn el campus
    Spring (April 11, 2026)
    Annual bingo fundraiser for the Alternative Break trips, held in the Healthcare Innovation Center.

Clubes y grupos 1

  • Kappa Gamma Pi
    Chapter of the national honor society of Catholic colleges.

Retiros 1

  • Retiros
    Day or weekend retreats offered by the Mercy Center; past offerings include a First Year Retreat and 'Breakthrough'.

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Fuentes (5)
  1. 2026-2027 Student Handbook | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/about-gmercyu/2026-27-student-handbook-final.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Students can connect with us through spectrum of activities, including Catholic mass, spiritual retreats, one-time service events, week-long Alternative Break trips, ongoing service in the local community, and informal visits to our office in Mercy Hall.”
    The Mercy Center offers Catholic Mass, retreats, service events, and Alternative Break trips, from its office in Mercy Hall.
    “The Mercy Center team consists of a Director of Spirituality and Justice and a Director of Service and Catherine’s Cupboard.”
    The Mercy Center has two professional staff.
    “The University chapel offers opportunities for silence, solitude, the celebration of the Eucharistic Liturgy, and other opportunities for prayer. Please see the Mercy Center webpage or call 215-641-5590 for current information on prayer opportunities, such as weekday mass or daily prayer. The Chapel is located off the breezeway entrance to Campbell Hall. All are welcome to visit for private prayer whenever the building is open.”
    The University chapel in Campbell Hall is open for private prayer and hosts the Eucharistic Liturgy; weekday Mass is mentioned without a schedule.
  2. The Mercy Center for Service, Spirituality, & Justice | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/mercy-tradition/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Find us in Mercy Hall. Not familiar with that building? See our campus map.”
    The Mercy Center is located in Mercy Hall.
    “Find us in Mercy Hall. Not familiar with that building? See our campus map.”
    The Mercy Center is located in Mercy Hall.
  3. 2026-2027 University Catalog | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/pdfs/2026-27-university-course-catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Mission Integration James Gallo, EdD Vice President for Mission, Planning and Effectiveness Mercy Center for Service, Spirituality and Justice Jeffrey Wallace, MDiv Director of Spirituality and Justice Betsy Stone Plummer, MS Director of Service and Catherine’s Cupboard”
    Mission Integration is led by a Vice President for Mission, and the Mercy Center has a Director of Spirituality and Justice and a Director of Service.
    “GWYNEDD MERCY UNIVERSITY 1325 Sumneytown Pike, P.O. Box 901 Gwynedd Valley, PA 19437-0901”
    The university's address is 1325 Sumneytown Pike, Gwynedd Valley, PA 19437.
  4. Leadership | Gwynedd Mercy University | Pennsylvaniagmercyu.edu/about-gmercyu/leadership · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Vice President for Mission, Planning, & Effectiveness Jim Gallo, EdD”
    The university's leadership team includes a Vice President for Mission.
  5. Catherine's Cupboard | Gwynedd Mercy Universitygmercyu.edu/mercy-tradition/campus-ministry/catherines-cupboard · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Catherine’s Cupboard provides access to food and other resources when you need them. Providing access to the support students need is central to our Mercy mission.”
    Catherine's Cupboard, a Mercy Center program, provides food and other necessities to students.

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Excelencia académica

CExcelencia académica: Mixta (calificación C): de 55 a 100 puntos de 100 según lo que documentan las fuentes oficiales. Las calificaciones requieren fuentes para al menos el 60% de la lista de verificación.
63 de 100
De datos federales, en escalas fijas publicadas.

Cada medida cuenta con la proporción indicada.

  • Tasa de graduación 35% de la puntuaciónEsta medida cuenta un 35% de la puntuación de Excelencia académica.57%
  • Retención de primer año 20% de la puntuaciónEsta medida cuenta un 20% de la puntuación de Excelencia académica.78%
  • Puntajes de pruebas de los estudiantes de nuevo ingreso 15% de la puntuaciónEsta medida cuenta un 15% de la puntuación de Excelencia académica.SAT 1,090
  • Proporción de estudiantes por profesor 15% de la puntuaciónEsta medida cuenta un 15% de la puntuación de Excelencia académica.12 a 1
  • Gasto en enseñanza por estudiante 15% de la puntuaciónEsta medida cuenta un 15% de la puntuación de Excelencia académica.$9,202

Las barras muestran puntos en la escala de cada medida. Cómo se calcula la Excelencia académica.

Fuente: College Scorecard (College Scorecard, cohortes más recientes (publicación de datos del 06/10/2026))

Costo y valor

Datos federales, mostrados por separado. El costo, la deuda y los ingresos nunca forman parte de una calificación.

Valor y resultados
Estudiantes de pregrado
Matrícula de otoño (IPEDS)
1,457
Total de estudiantes2,165
Precio neto promedio (por año)
Después de becas, para estudiantes que reciben ayuda federal
$27,483
Costo total de asistencia (por año)$55,786
Mediana de la deuda federal al graduarse$25,000
Tasa de graduación
Estudiantes de nuevo ingreso a tiempo completo que terminan dentro del 150 % del tiempo normal
57%
Retención de primer año78%
Ingresos medianos 10 años después del ingreso$67,145
Tasa de admisión90%
Estudiantes que reciben becas Pell25%
Puntajes de exámenes de admisión (el 50 % central de los estudiantes admitidos que presentaron puntajes)
SAT promedio1090
SAT lectura y escritura530–598
SAT matemáticas493–588
ACT compuesto—
Política de exámenesSe considera, pero no se exige

Índice de valor: 49 / 100 (cómo se calcula)

Fuentes: College Scorecard · IPEDS College Navigator · calculadora de precio neto
College Scorecard, cohortes más recientes (publicación de datos del 06/10/2026); directorio IPEDS 2024-25 y características institucionales; matrícula de otoño de 2023.

Iglesia local

Arquidiócesis de Philadelphia

Mons. Nelson J. Pérez, arzobispo de Philadelphia

Tratamiento formal: “Su Excelencia”

Fuente: catholicchurchofphila.org, catholicchurchofphila.org, catholicchurchofphila.org, verificado el 7 oct. 2026.

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Preguntas que hacen las familias

Is Gwynedd Mercy University a Catholic college?
Yes. Gwynedd Mercy University is a Catholic college in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Its sponsor is Sisters of Mercy of the Americas.
What is Gwynedd Mercy University’s Compass Score?
64 de 100 (calificación C). Combina fe (75%) y académicos (25%), cada uno calificado con fuentes oficiales.

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