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Penn State Worthington Scranton is a campus of the Pennsylvania State University, and was established in 1923. It began as the branch school of Pennsylvania State College in Scranton. The name of the school was changed to The Scranton Center in 1951. It was moved to its present location in Dunmore, Pennsylvania, in 1968 and came to be known as the Penn State Worthington Scranton. The Penn State Worthington Scranton offers a number of associate's and bachelor’s degrees in diverse areas of study. It also offers certificates and continuing education programs.
The sports teams of Pennsylvania State University Penn State Worthington Scranton participate in volleyball, baseball, cross country, bowling, softball, volleyball, and soccer. The students are also involved in clubs and organizations including the Community Human Service Organization, Engineering Club, Non-Traditional Student Organization, and Blue and White Society.
Pennsylvania State University Penn State Worthington Scranton is located in a large suburb, in Dunmore, PA. The school is a public institution. Degree levels at Pennsylvania State University Penn State Worthington Scranton top out at the Bachelor's degree.
Students at the school often study business and management, computer science and engineering, and family and social work.
The admissions department at Pennsylvania State University Penn State Worthington Scranton does not accept all those who apply. Most students' verbal SAT scores were in the range of 420 to 530 in 2007-2008. A quarter of students admitted in 2007-2008 scored 520 or higher on the math SAT.
The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors. By paying its faculty better than most schools, the school tries to attract and retain a high quality teaching staff.
Pennsylvania State University Penn State Worthington Scranton offers classes to 1,347 students (1,279 full-time equivalent).
More complete details are provided below.
Pennsylvania State University Penn State Worthington Scranton
120 Ridge View Dr
Dunmore, PA 18512-1602
General Phone: (570) 963-2500
http://www.sn.psu.edu/
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 72 | business management, business |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 34 | registered nursing |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 17 | information science |
| Family and Social Work | 13 | family studies |
| Liberal Arts | 9 | liberal arts and sciences, English |
| Engineering Technician | 3 | construction engineering tech |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 2 | criminal justice and safety |
Number of programs and degrees for Pennsylvania State University Penn State Worthington Scranton in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 95 | 6 |
| Associate's degree | 55 | 6 |
In 2007-2008, Pennsylvania State University Penn State Worthington Scranton had a total enrollment of 1,347 students (1,279 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 57% |
| Women | 43% |
| Full-Time | 96% |
| Part-Time | 4% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Graduate | 0% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 94% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 40% |
| 20-21 | 22% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 9% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 76 % |
| Part-Time | 57 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Dunmore, Pennsylvania for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Pennsylvania Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 903 | 773 | 86% | 306 | 40% |
| Men | 468 | 410 | 88% | 175 | 43% |
| Women | 435 | 363 | 83% | 131 | 36% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 420 | 530 |
| SAT Math | 410 | 520 |
| ACT Verbal | 16 | 22 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 22 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 22 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 95% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 4% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 11,660 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 17,450 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,264 |
Financial Aid:
Pennsylvania State University Penn State Worthington Scranton participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 332915)
Pennsylvania State University Penn State Worthington Scranton has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 10 | 8 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 6 | 10 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 12 | 13 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 4 | $76,289 | 7 | $78,201 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 9 | $68,568 | 9 | $66,223 |
| Instructor | academic year | 12 | $60,416 | 12 | $54,669 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 27 | $66,940 | 29 | $64,695 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Information Science/Studies
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Human Development and Family Studies, General
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Pennsylvania State University Penn State Worthington Scranton Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force)
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