College comparison

Alfred University vs Gwynedd Mercy University

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Alfred University Alfred, NY	Gwynedd Mercy University Gwynedd Valley, PA
Acceptance rateAlfred University is more selective	74%	90%
SAT (25–75)	1095–1310	1023–1186
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	1,423	1,067
Avg net price	$25,620	$27,483
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)
Location	Alfred, NY	Gwynedd Valley, PA

Quick answers

Is Alfred University or Gwynedd Mercy University harder to get into?

Alfred University is more selective: Alfred University's acceptance rate is approximately 74% and Gwynedd Mercy University's is approximately 90% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Alfred University vs Gwynedd Mercy University?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1095–1310 at Alfred University and 1023–1186 at Gwynedd Mercy University. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.