University of Scranton Description:
Founded in 1888, the University of Scranton is a well-regarded Jesuit university located in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The University of Scranton has an impressive 11 to 1 student / faculty ratio, and the school has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report for its commitment to teaching. At the undergraduate level, both health and business fields are quite popular. The university is committed to service, and each year more the 2,850 students perform 170,000 hours of community service. The University of Scranton has high retention and graduation rates, and an impressive number of students go on to graduate school. On the athletic front, the Scranton Royals compete in the NCAA Division III Landmark Conference.
Admissions Data (2011):
- Percent of Applicants Admitted: 72%
- What Are Your Chances? (from Cappex.com)
- Test Scores -- 25th / 75th Percentile
- SAT Critical Reading: 510 / 600
- SAT Math: 520 / 610
- SAT Writing: - / -
- ACT Composite: 22 / 26
- ACT English: - / -
- ACT Math: - / -
Enrollment (2010):
- Total Enrollment: 6,070 (4,100 undergraduates)
- Gender Breakdown: 44% Male / 56% Female
- 95% Full-time
Costs (2011 - 12):
- Tuition and Fees: $35,992
- Books: $1,150 (why so much?)
- Room and Board: $12,432
- Other Expenses: $1,700
- Total Cost: $51,274
University of Scranton Financial Aid (2009 - 10):
- Percentage of Students Receiving Aid: 93%
- University of Scranton Scholarships (Cappex.com)
- Percentage of Students Receiving Types of Aid
- Grants: 90%
- Loans: 70%
- Average Amount of Aid
- Grants: $17,398
- Loans: $8,349
Most Popular Majors:
Accounting, Biology, Business Administration, Communication Studies, Criminal Justice Studies, Elementary Education, English, Exercise Science, Finance, Human Services, Marketing, Nursing, Political Science, Psychology
Graduation and Retention Rates:
- First Year Student Retention (full-time students): 91%
- 4-Year Graduation Rate: 73%
- 6-Year Graduation Rate: 81%
Data Source:
National Center for Educational Statistics
University of Scranton Mission Statement:
mission statement from the University of Scranton website
"The University of Scranton is a Catholic and Jesuit university animated by the spiritual vision and the tradition of excellence characteristic of the Society of Jesus and those who share in its way of proceeding. The University is a community dedicated to the freedom of inquiry and personal development fundamental to the growth in wisdom and integrity of all who share in its life."
