Parents and Families
Welcome! Our warm, friendly community makes students feel right at home, and we want you to feel the same way.
We know that parents, families, and advocates play a critical role in students’ success at college — that's why we’ve put together these helpful resources for you, so you can stay in the know and be an active part of the GMercyU experience.
Joining Griffin Nation
Your student applied and was accepted. Congratulations!
Now what?
To officially become a Griffin, your student will need to submit their acceptance deposit by following these instructions.
Once your student submits their deposit, here’s everything they need to do to enroll and be start-ready for their first semester.
A Successful Transition to College
To help ensure success in and out of the classroom, all new first-year students (freshmen) are enrolled in GMercyU's First-Year Experience: University Success program. This program introduces students to the academic expectations of college, campus life, skills for success, and service to the community.
Student Support Services
For tutoring, advising & more
Help with resumes, interviewing, internships & more
Free, unlimited, and confidential
Staffed by nurses
One-stop shop for parking permits, IDs, changes to your meal plan, & more!
Parent & Family FAQs
Find answers to commonly asked questions, including how to support your student's college journey. See FAQs here.
Quick Links
- Online Bookstore
- Campus Events
- Athletic Events & Info
- Academic Calendar
- Clubs & Organizations
- Student Financial Aid Office
- Residence Life Staff
- Info on Gwynedd Valley
Administrative Offices to Know
The Student Billing Office handles tuition and fees, payments, payment plans, the student health insurance, refunds, and eRefund (direct deposit).
The Financial Aid Office handles FAFSA, scholarships, loans, and grants.
The Registrar guides students through academic services and procedures, such as registering for courses, transcript requests, graduation preparation, and more.
Glossary of Terms
What's a co-requisite? What's the difference between dropping and withdrawing from a class? What is FERPA and why it is so important? Find an A-Z list of helpful academic, admissions, and financial aid-related definitions.
Save the Date
October 14-15
Fall Break (University closed, residence halls stay open)
November 27-29
Thanksgiving Break (University Closed)
December 3
Christmas Tree Lighting
December 10-14
Final Exams
December 14
End of Regular Fall 2024 Semester
January 13
Spring 2025 Classes Begin
January 20
Martin Luther King, Jr. (University closed, residence halls stay open)
March 10-14
Spring Break (no classes)
April 17-21
Easter Break (University closed)
May 5
Last Day of Classes
May 6 - 10
Final Exams
I always tell students and parents that my most important role as Dean of Students is really to be a student advocate. We want to make sure that all of our students are having the absolute best academic and co-curricular experiences. We take so seriously the trust that parents and families put in us, to guide and educate their students. It really is an honor.
—Josh Stern, MsEd, Vice President for Student Services and Dean of Students
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