Head Coach
John Baron
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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About Gwynedd Mercy University Basketball
The Atlantic East Conference has quietly become one of Division III's most competitive leagues, and Gwynedd Mercy operates in that demanding environment without the national profile some peers enjoy. Head coach John Baron has built a program that values consistency and player development over flash, the kind of place where improvement from freshman to senior year is measurable and tangible. What makes Gwynedd Mercy distinct is its emphasis on defensive intensity and basketball IQ. This isn't a program that relies on recruiting one transcendent athlete; instead, Baron develops role players into reliable contributors. The Lower Gwynedd Township location offers access to a strong mid-Atlantic recruiting pipeline while maintaining the tight-knit culture smaller colleges are known for. The Atlantic East demands versatility. Opposing teams feature skilled perimeter players and spacing that punish poor positioning, so guards need to handle pressure and wings need to defend multiple positions. Gwynedd Mercy players who thrive typically embrace that challenge rather than view it as a limitation. Playing time comes to those who demonstrate both skill improvement and team-first mentality. Baron's staff watches film closely and rewards players who execute the system, which means honest effort in practice translates directly to opportunity. If you're serious about competing at this level, the preparation has to match the ambition. Florida Coastal Prep in Fort Walton Beach, FL works with post-grad and high school athletes to build the skills that college coaches recruit. See what's possible at floridacoastalprep.com.
Net price
$27,541/yr
Grad rate
58%
Enrollment
1,067
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $27,541 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $21,149 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $21,652 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $22,536 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $25,782 / year
- $110,001+
- $34,547 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 1,067
- Average net price
- $27,541 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $41,960 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $41,960 / year
- Graduation rate
- 58%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Atlantic East Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Centenary University
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Location Hackettstown, NJ | Enrollment 910 | Avg. net price $21,655 |
Gwynedd Mercy University
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Location Gwynedd Valley, PA | Enrollment 1,067 | Avg. net price $27,541 |
Immaculata University
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Location Immaculata, PA | Enrollment 1,320 | Avg. net price $23,811 |
Marymount University
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Location Arlington, VA | Enrollment 1,810 | Avg. net price $28,521 |
Marywood University
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Location Scranton, PA | Enrollment 1,784 | Avg. net price $21,059 |
Neumann University
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Location Aston, PA | Enrollment 1,533 | Avg. net price $27,749 |
Pratt Institute
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Location Brooklyn, NY | Enrollment 3,910 | Avg. net price $48,876 |
Saint Elizabeth University
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Location Convent Station, NJ | Enrollment 557 | Avg. net price $19,010 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gwynedd Mercy University D3?
Yes, Gwynedd Mercy University is an NCAA Division III program in the Atlantic East Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Gwynedd Mercy University men's basketball.
What conference is Gwynedd Mercy University in?
Gwynedd Mercy University competes in the Atlantic East Conference for D3 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Gwynedd Mercy University?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $27,541 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Gwynedd Mercy University?
College Scorecard reports approximately 1,067 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Gwynedd Mercy University?
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Coaching contacts compiled by the FCP recruiting staff. Cost and graduation figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved 2026-11-04.