Gwynedd Mercy University: what international applicants need

What are Gwynedd Mercy University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Gwynedd Mercy University admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.

What is Gwynedd Mercy University's acceptance rate?

89.6% for students who started in fall 2024: Gwynedd Mercy University admitted 1,244 of its 1,388 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Gwynedd Mercy University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Gwynedd Mercy University is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.

What SAT score do you need for Gwynedd Mercy University?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 493–588 in Math and 530–598 in Reading and Writing (100% of them sent SAT scores).

• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Gwynedd Mercy University's application fee for international students?

Gwynedd Mercy University charges no application fee, for international and US applicants alike.

Which English tests does Gwynedd Mercy University accept?

Gwynedd Mercy University doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does Gwynedd Mercy University require?

Gwynedd Mercy University requires one teacher recommendation for 2026–27.

• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Gwynedd Mercy University require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. Gwynedd Mercy University requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does Gwynedd Mercy University have?

2 of Gwynedd Mercy University's 1,301 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 0.2%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Gwynedd Mercy University cost for international students?

Gwynedd Mercy University's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $40,122, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $13,956. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $60,474 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source