EIN 23-1352613

Gwynedd Mercy University

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
1,072
Year formed
1948
Most recent tax filings
2023-06-01
Description
Gwynedd Mercy University fosters inclusivity, offers diverse programs, emphasizes hands-on learning, and supports student success through financial aid and a commitment to social justice.
Related structure
Gwynedd Mercy University is child organization, under the parent exemption from United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB).
Total revenues
$71,964,000
2023
Total expenses
$70,101,000
2023
Total assets
$134,052,000
2023
Num. employees
1,072
2023

Program areas at Gwynedd Mercy University

Education of students - Gwynedd awards undergraduate and graduate degrees in nursing and allied health professions, education, business, and arts and sciences, in traditional and accelerated formats, both on ground and online, we provide students with a quality higher education producing distinctive Mercy graduates.at gmercyu, making sure students are developing the knowledge, skills and experience they need to achieve their personal and professional goals is at the center of what we do. Each degree program includes a set of learning outcomes that defines what students should know and be able to do upon graduation. As part of our commitment to providing students with a strong foundation in the liberal arts, we have established university-level student outcomes and learning outcomes for our general education core, first-year experience program, and honors program. Gmercyu offers several college study abroad programs that pave the way for personal and professional growth beyond u.s. Borders. Gwynedd also offers an honors program that is dedicated to providing an academically rigorous and challenging curriculum, steeped in the liberal arts and sciences, to its brightest and most industrious students. The program is committed to preserving an academic culture that inspires a genuine passion for learning through enhanced educational opportunities, thought-provoking and stimulating courses and discussions that will spark students' imaginations, broaden their skills, and enhance their resumes.gmercyu takes pride in offering students challenging degree programs and countless opportunities for professional experience. With a robust service program and deeply supportive faculty and staff, students benefit from a close-knit community in which they can focus on building their future.
Housing and meal services for students - Gwynedd provides living arrangements that support and enhance educational and social experiences thus developing important life skills. Gwynedd has three residence halls; one is dedicated to first-year students and two accommodate transfer students and sophomores through seniors. Room types range from single and double occupancy to living suites. Housing assignments are made based on a variety of factors including class year, gender, lifestyle preferences, roommate requests, space availability and housing deposit date.gwynedd offers flexibility to students through its dining options. All residents are required to choose one of three meal plans: 15 or 10 meals a week or a 100 meal block plan. Commuter meal plan options were also added in fiscal 2019 to better accommodate the needs of our commuter students. Those options include 15 and 10 meal block plans.
Financial aid - to students - Gwynedd provides access to higher education for a diverse group of students, including those with high financial need. For traditional undergraduate students, approximately 95% of full time students attending Gwynedd Mercy University receive institutional scholarships and grants and 100% of first-time, full-time students received some form of financial aid in fiscal 2022-23.gwynedd Mercy University offers several scholarships and grants to help students get a great education at an affordable cost. Known as "gift assistance," these scholarships and grants do not need to be repaid, and generally are renewable for an additional three years for first-year undergraduate students and two years for transfer undergraduate students. Gwynedd Mercy University is committed to producing graduates who make the world a better place. We offer comprehensive financial aid packages to support the students' personal and professional goals. Undergraduate tuition is set for the academic year based on academic programs. Students also are charged a comprehensive fee, which contributes toward the costs of providing computer/technology access, activities, use of facilities, and other resources and services generally available to all students. Graduate and accelerated program tuition is billed per credit hour and the administrative costs of a student's education are covered through program fees. Full-time traditional undergraduate students receive award letters detailing any aid for which they are eligible. Our aid packages account for tuition, fees, room, board, books, supplies, transportation, and miscellaneous expenses. A typical aid package includes grants or scholarships, a low-interest student loan, and campus employment (up to 15 hours per week). Undergraduates will likely receive the same amount all four years as long as they submit the fafsa annually, continue to meet all conditions of the award, and their need remains essentially unchanged.

Who funds Gwynedd Mercy University

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
The Maguire Foundation (MF)For General Needs of Organization$1,250,000
Philadelphia Foundation (PF)Endowed Nursing Scholars Fund$300,000
George I Alden TrustTo Further Education$135,000
...and 16 more grants received

Personnel at Gwynedd Mercy University

NameTitleCompensation
James Trusdell, MBASenior Advisor To the President$221,076
Heather L. Meier, CPAVice President for Finance and Administration and Chief Financial Officer$19,943
Kelly Statmore, MEdChief Marketing and Innovation Officer$151,645
Christina Riso, JDVice President for University Advancement and Chief Advancement Officer
Keith RichardsonVice President University Advancement$205,264
...and 18 more key personnel

Financials for Gwynedd Mercy University

RevenuesFYE 06/2023
Total grants, contributions, etc.$8,399,000
Program services$56,179,000
Investment income and dividends$2,138,870
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$24,130
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$263,000
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$4,812,000
Net income from fundraising events$16,000
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$0
Miscellaneous revenues$132,000
Total revenues$71,964,000

Form 990s for Gwynedd Mercy University

Fiscal year endingDate received by IRSFormPDF link
2023-062024-03-28990View PDF
2022-062023-04-25990View PDF
2021-062022-05-13990View PDF
2020-062021-05-26990View PDF
2019-062020-08-25990View PDF
...and 9 more Form 990s

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Data update history
December 12, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 4 new personnel
November 26, 2024
Received grants
Identified 1 new grant, including a grant for $2,125 from Vna Foundation of Greater North Penn
July 11, 2024
Received grants
Identified 5 new grant, including a grant for $15,000 from Southeastern Pennsylvania Consortium for Higher Education (SEPCHE)
May 20, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 5 new personnel
May 19, 2024
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2023
Nonprofit Types
SchoolsHigher ed institutionsChapter / child organizationsChurches
Issues
EducationReligion
Characteristics
ReligiousCatholicChristianOperates donor advised fundsFundraising eventsReceives government fundingEndowed supportFundraising races, competitions, and tournamentsTax deductible donationsAccepts online donations
General information
Address
1325 Sumneytown Pike
Gwynedd Valley, PA 19437
Metro area
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD
County
Montgomery County, PA
Website URL
gmercyu.edu/ 
Phone
(215) 646-7300
IRS details
EIN
23-1352613
Fiscal year end
June
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
1948
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
B42: Undergraduate College (4-year)
NAICS code, primary
611310: Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools
Parent/child status
Child within group exemption
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