Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton
Dunmore, Pennsylvania · Public, 4-year
At a glance
Average net price
$17,910
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
39.3%
Admission rate
99%
Undergrad size
793
In-state tuition
$15,208
Out-of-state tuition
$25,392
Cost of attendance
$27,862
Median earnings (10y)
$63,435
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,190
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 79.3%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
11 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by business (30%), social sciences (23%), health (22%).
- STEM20%
- Health22%
- Business30%
- Humanities & arts4%
- Social sciences23%
- Business29.7%~236 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Health professions22.5%~178 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Psychology13.0%~103 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science10.9%~86 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~75 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering5.8%~46 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~29 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English2.2%~17 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~11 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education0.7%~6 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Liberal arts0.7%~6 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
21 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 78 | $67,759 | $27,000 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 62 | $42,524 | $27,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 40 | $29,652 | $27,000 |
| Information Science/Studies. | Bachelor's | 32 | $60,548 | $26,000 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 23 | $29,005 | $28,000 |
| Business/Corporate Communications. | Bachelor's | 20 | $35,169 | $26,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 19 | $28,620 | $26,000 |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Bachelor's | 10 | $52,296 | $26,000 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 9 | $25,116 | $26,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 8 | $65,376 | $27,000 |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 7 | — | $27,000 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate's | 6 | $40,242 | $19,500 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Undergraduate certificate | 5 | — | $27,000 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 4 | $31,892 | $20,000 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 4 | $33,395 | $27,750 |
| Biological and Physical Sciences. | Bachelor's | 3 | $33,036 | $26,000 |
| Information Science/Studies. | Associate's | 1 | $41,003 | $24,788 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate's | 1 | $24,148 | $24,113 |
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other. | Bachelor's | 1 | $26,833 | $26,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 1 | $30,320 | $27,000 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Undergraduate certificate | 1 | $39,262 | $21,000 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton is a small institution located in Dunmore, Pennsylvania, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 793 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Health professions, Psychology.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $17,910 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $15,208 for in-state students and $25,392 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $27,862 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 39.3%, a average completion outcome. 79.3% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $63,435 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton confers degrees and certificates across 11 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Health professions, Psychology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by business (30% of credentials), social sciences (23% of credentials), health (22% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton accepts 99% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,190.
Location & campus
Set in Dunmore, Pennsylvania (suburb), Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton draws students from across Pennsylvania and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton
Q.How much does Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton cost?
The average net price at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton is $17,910 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $27,862.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton has a 6-year graduation rate of 39.3% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton admits 99% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton graduate earns $63,435 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton?
Published tuition is $15,208 in-state and $25,392 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton located?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton is located in Dunmore, Pennsylvania (ZIP 18512).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton at their official website.