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How to Get Into University of Scranton

Scranton, PA · Private nonprofit · 2025-2026 cycle · Verified data

University of Scranton Admissions Statistics

81%
Acceptance Rate
590-660
SAT Reading (mid 50%)
570-658
SAT Math (mid 50%)
25-30
ACT (mid 50%)
3,554
Undergrads
80%
Graduation Rate

How to Actually Get Into University of Scranton

The bar here is clear

University of Scranton admits most qualified applicants. Clear the academic bar (the ranges below) and your odds are strong. The real questions become fit, cost, and whether it earns its slot on your list, not whether you can get in.

Position your scores against the real bands

The middle 50% of enrolled students sits around 1160-1318 combined SAT or 25-30 ACT. Above the 75th percentile, scores work for you and this can behave like a target. Below the 25th percentile, the rest of your application has to carry the file, treat it as a reach. Test policy here is "Required for some programs", check the fine print for your specific program.

Use the Early Decision round deliberately

University of Scranton offers Early Decision, which is binding. The early bump is real but overstated (hooked applicants cluster early and inflate it). Spend ED once, on the school where it actually moves you a tier, and only if the money works without comparing aid offers. If that school is University of Scranton, the deadline table below is your calendar.

The bigger picture: no single school decides your outcome, the shape of your whole list does. Read how top counselors build a college list before you finalize where University of Scranton fits.

University of Scranton Application Deadlines (2025-2026)

Round Deadline
Early Action (EA) November 15, 2025
Early Decision (ED) November 15, 2025
Regular Decision (RD) July 27, 2026

Deadlines verified from official sources for the 2025-2026 cycle. Rounds change year to year, always confirm on the school's site before submitting.

Application Requirements & Costs

Application platform Common App
Application fee $0
Test scores Required for some programs
Writing supplement Not required
Counselor recommendation Required

University of Scranton Cost & Financial Aid

Total cost of attendance (sticker, per year) $69,552
Tuition & fees $53,983
Room & board (on campus) $17,380
Average net price (aid-receiving families) $32,568

What You'd Actually Pay, by Family Income

Average net price per year (after grants and scholarships) for aid-receiving families, from federal College Scorecard data:

Family income Average net price / year
$0-30k $23,896
$30-48k $23,407
$48-75k $23,912
$75-110k $29,482
$110k+ $39,348
24%
Students receiving Pell Grants
64%
Students taking federal loans
85%
Freshman retention rate
11:1
Student-faculty ratio

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