School of Arts & Sciences

Prepare for a lifetime of achievement

When you choose Gwynedd Mercy University’s School of Arts & Sciences, you’re choosing one of the best universities in Pennsylvania to focus on some of today’s most in-demand skills. With more than 15 fields of study, the programs in GMercyU’s School of Arts and Sciences will instill in you a crucial skillset including communication, ethics, problem-solving and critical thinking. Learn more about the School of Arts and Sciences.

Programs
Faculty
Highlights

Undergraduate

Traditional

Bachelor of Science in Public Health - BS

Bachelor of Arts (BA) Major in History - BA

Bachelor of Arts (BA) Major in Philosophy - BA

Bachelor of Social Work - BSW Degree - Bachelor

Biology Major: Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology - BS

Criminal Justice Major: Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice - BS

Major in CIS - Computer Information Science Degree Program - BS

Major in Liberal Studies - Associate of Arts Degree - AA

Psychology Major - BA or BS Psychology Programs - BA/BS

Graduate

Online

Online Master of Public Health Degree - MPH

Online, Accelerated

Online Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling - MS

Online Master's Degree in School Counseling - MS

Online School Counseling Certification Program (PreK-12) - Post-Master's Certification

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Featured Faculty

Patrick McGrain teaches criminal justice classes at GMercyU.

Patrick McGrain, PhD

Associate Professor

Criminal Justice

mcgrain.p@gmercyu.edu

Lisa McGarry is dean of the School of Arts and Sciences at GMercyU.

Lisa McGarry, PhD

Dean, School of Arts and Sciences

mcgarry.l@gmercyu.edu

Michelle Kulp McEliece, PhD

Associate Professor, Program Coordinator

Biology

mceliece.m@gmercyu.edu

Mary Reilly teaches psychology at GMercyU

Mary Reilly, MS

Assistant Professor

Psychology

reilly.m@gmercyu.edu

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School News

GMercyU Names New Vice President for University Advancement

July 13, 2021

Gwynedd Mercy University has named Keith Richardson as its next Vice President for University Advancement.

Upcoming Events

Aug

Transfer Student Orientation

9:00 am

Aug

First-Year Student Orientation Weekend

8:00 am

Oct

25th and 50th Year Class Reunion

Julia Ball Auditorium

11:30 am

School of Arts & Sciences

GMercyU's school of business includes real-world experience

School of Business & Education

Lead the way

Whether you want to work on Wall Street or guide the students of tomorrow, Gwynedd Mercy University’s School of Business and Education will help you achieve your goals. Business majors can put their skills to the test in our real-time Financial Trading Room while Education majors can dive into classroom observations during their first semester with our Teacher Apprentice Program (TAP). No matter what you’re passionate about, GMercyU can help. Learn more about our Business Programs or Education Programs.

Programs
Faculty
Highlights

Undergraduate

Traditional

Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Marketing - BS

Early Education (PreK-4) and Special Education (PreK-12) Degree - BS

Early Education Degree Program, PreK-4 (Bachelor of Science) - BS

Finance Program Major - Bachelor of Science (BS) - BS

Major in Accounting: Bachelor of Science Degree Program in Accounting - BS

Major in Education Studies (BS Degree) - BS

Major in Management - Bachelor of Science (BS) - BS

Major in Sports Management (BS Degree) - BS

Online, Accelerated

Accelerated BSBA Degree in Management Online - BSBA

Graduate

Traditional

5 Year (4+1) BS/MBA: Fast Track MBA Program - MBA

Online, Accelerated

Online Accelerated MBA in Health Care Administration - MBA

Online MBA Certification Programs - Certificate

Online MBA in Strategic Management & Leadership - MBA

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Featured Faculty

Ronald Bruce teaches accounting and statistics at Gwynedd Mercy University

Ron Bruce, MBA

Associate Professor

Accounting

bruce.r@gmercyu.edu

Ralph Hoffman teaches business at Gwynedd Mercy University

Ralph Hoffman, EdD

Associate Professor

Marketing

hoffman.r@gmercyu.edu

Stephen Mumford teaches business courses at Gwynedd Mercy University

Stephen Mumford, MBA

Adjunct Professor

Management

mumford.s@gmercyu.edu

Carlo Silvesti, CPA, CGMA, MBA

Adjunct Professor

Accounting

silvesti.c@gmercyu.edu

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School News

GMercyU Names New Vice President for University Advancement

July 13, 2021

Gwynedd Mercy University has named Keith Richardson as its next Vice President for University Advancement.

Upcoming Events

Aug

Transfer Student Orientation

9:00 am

Aug

First-Year Student Orientation Weekend

8:00 am

Sep

EdD Alumni Ambassador Introductory Event

Assumption Hall (or choose our virtual option)

8:30 am to 10:30 am

School of Business & Education

For more than 50 years, Gwynedd Mercy University has been preparing nurses and other health professionals

Frances M. Maguire School of Nursing & Health Professions

Serve the global community

For more than 60 years, The Frances M. Maguire School of Nursing and Health Professions at Gwynedd Mercy University has been a leader in nursing education in Pennsylvania. With expert faculty, more than 200 regional health care affiliations, and state-of-the-art laboratories equipped with patient simulators and real-time video capture, you will learn to address the complex patient and family needs of the 21st century. Learn More About the Frances M. Maguire School of Nursing & Health Professions.