University of Scranton
Faith-based college · Scranton, PA · 3,554 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
81%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1160–1318
ACT (middle 50%)
25–30
Average net price
$32,132
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$70,872
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
82%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into University of Scranton?
University of Scranton accepts about 81 of every 100 applicants (81%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1160 and 1318 on the SAT. A score at or above 1318 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1160, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 25–30.
The latest federal data says University of Scranton is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on University of Scranton's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does University of Scranton cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $70,872 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $32,132 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $55,713 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$55,713
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$55,713
- Room & board$17,856
- Total cost of attendance$70,872
- Average net price after grants$32,132
Popular majors
Business, Health Professions & Nursing, Biology, Parks, Recreation & Fitness, Education.
University of Scranton FAQ
- What is University of Scranton's acceptance rate?
- 81% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for University of Scranton?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1160–1318. Aim for 1318 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for University of Scranton?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 25–30.
- Is University of Scranton test-optional?
- The latest federal data says University of Scranton is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on University of Scranton's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does University of Scranton cost?
- About $70,872 a year before aid; $32,132 on average after grants.
- What is University of Scranton's FAFSA school code?
- 003384. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so University of Scranton receives your information.
- What is University of Scranton's graduation rate?
- 82% of students finish within six years.
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