University of Scranton
PrivateScranton, PA
University of Scranton, in Scranton, PA, is a private mid-sized school, enrolling around 3,554 students. University of Scranton is not highly selective, admitting a majority of applicants, with an acceptance rate near 81%. Among reported majors, Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing shows the strongest outcomes -- $105,353/year in median earnings four years after graduation. On-campus housing isn't required, so many students live off campus.
Admissions
Cost & outcomes
From the US Dept of Education College Scorecard, most recent year reported. Not every school reports every field.
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Paying it back
"Still growing" means a borrower's payments aren't yet covering interest 3 years into repayment -- not a default rate. A high number here can mean real repayment difficulty, or just a lot of grads who deferred for graduate school, so read it alongside the school's typical outcomes above.
Majors & earnings
Median earnings 4 years after graduation, by major, from the US Dept of Education. Only shown where the school reports a real figure for that major -- most schools don't report every major they offer, especially smaller programs.
Campus life
Room and board are shown separately from the cost of attendance above -- that total already includes them alongside tuition and fees, this just breaks out the living-cost portion.
What matters in your application
From this school's own reporting to the US Dept of Education on what it formally requires, considers, or doesn't use when reviewing applications.
Frequently asked questions
What is University of Scranton's acceptance rate?
University of Scranton in Scranton, PA admits approximately 81% of applicants, based on the US Dept of Education's most recently reported figures.
What SAT score do I need for University of Scranton?
Admitted students at University of Scranton typically score between 1160–1318 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
What ACT score do I need for University of Scranton?
Admitted students at University of Scranton typically score between 25–30 on the ACT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does University of Scranton cost?
University of Scranton's total cost of attendance is reported at $69,552 per year, including tuition, fees, and room and board.
When is the application deadline for University of Scranton?
University of Scranton's earliest deadline is Nov 15, 2026 (EA), per its own published admissions calendar.
Does University of Scranton require students to live on campus?
No -- University of Scranton doesn't require students to live in on-campus housing.
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