Founded by the Sisters of Mercy of Merion in 1948, Gwynedd Mercy University has a long history of helping students make a difference—in their lives and in the lives of others. GMercyU is shaped by a Catholic identity as well as the Mercy heritage and charism, with programs designed to prepare students to lead productive lives of deep meaning and value.

Gwynedd Mercy University confers degrees and certificates from the associate's to the doctoral level from five schools:

• School of Arts & Sciences
• School of Business
• School of Education
• Frances M. Maguire School of Nursing & Health Professions
• School of Graduate & Professional Studies

With accelerated undergraduate and graduate degrees offered on campus and online, GMercyU’s School of Graduate and Professional Studies helps students earn the degrees they need in on campus, online, or hybrid formats that combine online and classroom study.