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The campus of University Of Scranton is in Scranton, Pennsylvania, which is a small city. Its Roman Catholic nature is one of the defining aspects of the school. University Of Scranton is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school include, at the school's highest level, the Doctoral degree.
University Of Scranton has a greater breadth of degree programs (majors) than most colleges of its size. The school is known for its programs in science and media.
Admission at University Of Scranton is selective, not open to all who apply. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 520. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 560 and 600. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at University Of Scranton is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
In 2005, the school had 5,159 students enrolled (4,547 full-time equivalent).
Full-time students are the norm at University Of Scranton. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. University Of Scranton offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation.
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Scranton
800 Linden Street
Scranton, PA 18510-4629
General Phone: (570) 941-7400
Admissions Phone: (570) 941-7540
Financial Aid Phone: (570) 941-7700
http://www.scranton.edu
University Of Scranton awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 229 | finance, accounting, marketing, business management, human resources, international business, management information systems, electronic commerce, ... |
| Education And Teaching | 194 | elementary school teaching, secondary teaching, school counseling, special ed, reading teaching, early childhood education, educational administration, curriculum and instruction |
| Liberal Arts | 128 | history, political science, English, liberal arts and sciences, economics, international relations, sociology, Spanish language, ... |
| Science | 101 | biology, biochemistry, chemistry courses, biophysics, biostatistics, chemistry, physics |
| Media | 98 | communication studies, digital communications |
| Therapy And Counseling | 95 | psychology, physical therapy, counseling psychology, substance abuse counseling |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 62 | registered nursing, nurse anesthetist |
| Medicine | 48 | health professions, neuroscience |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 42 | occupational therapy, exercise science, vocational counseling |
| Family And Social Work | 29 | human services, adult development and aging |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 25 | criminal justice and safety |
| Religion And Philosophy | 22 | religion, philosophy |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 22 | information science, computer engineering, computer science, software engineering, computer support |
| Medical Adminstration | 18 | health care administration |
| Mathematics | 11 | mathematics |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 4 | drama |
| Engineering | 3 | electrical engineering, engineering management |
| Medical Support And Technology | 0 | clinical lab tech |
Number of programs and degrees for University Of Scranton in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 868 | 57 |
| Master's degree | 245 | 29 |
| Post-master's certificate | 9 | 6 |
| Doctor's degree | 7 | 1 |
| Associate's degree | 2 | 8 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 0 | 2 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 0 | 6 |
In 2005, University Of Scranton had a total enrollment of 5,159 students (4,547 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 42% |
| Women | 58% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 84% |
| Graduate | 16% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 85% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 7% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 37% |
| 20-21 | 35% |
| 22-24 | 10% |
| 25-29 | 6% |
| 30-34 | 3% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 44% |
| New York | 26% |
| New Jersey | 23% |
| Connecticut | 2% |
| Maryland | 2% |
| Delaware | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 88 % |
| Part-Time | 80 % |
University Of Scranton offers campus housing for 2,164 of its 4,547 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Scranton, Pennsylvania for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Pennsylvania Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 6,344 | 4,779 | 75% | 959 | 20% |
| Men | 2,567 | 1,853 | 72% | 400 | 22% |
| Women | 3,777 | 2,926 | 77% | 559 | 19% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 520 | 600 |
| SAT Math | 560 | 600 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 93% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (570) 941-7540
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 23,750 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 23,750 |
| Room and board | $ 9,904 |
| Room charge | $ 4,118 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 5,786 |
| Books and supplies | $ 900 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,880 |
Financial Aid:
University Of Scranton participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 338400)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (570) 941-7700
University Of Scranton has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 136 | 55 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 27 | 19 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 3 | 5 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 77 | $81,181 | 15 | $76,541 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 52 | $71,604 | 35 | $66,362 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 32 | $54,064 | 19 | $48,839 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 4 | $50,271 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 2 | * | 4 | $40,250 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 165 | $71,974 | 77 | $61,829 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation |
| Baseball | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation |
| Track | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
E-Commerce/Electronic Commerce
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
Finance, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Management Information Systems and Services, Other
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Operations Management and Supervision
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer Science
Computer Software Engineering
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
Information Science/Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Curriculum and Instruction
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Reading Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
ENGINEERING
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering/Industrial Management
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Adult Development and Aging
Human Services, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Ancient/Classical Greek Language and Literature
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, Other
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Latin Language and Literature
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
MEDICAL ADMINSTRATION
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
Neuroscience
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nurse Anesthetist
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Occupational Therapy/Therapist
Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling/Counselor
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Biophysics
Biostatistics
Chemistry, General
Chemistry, Other
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Counseling Psychology
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets University Of Scranton Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force) NCAA athletic conference member
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