University of Scranton

Based on the Catholic Jesuit ideal of Cura Personalis, or nurturance of the whole human being, University of Scranton in Scranton, Pennsylvania, offers an education that is engaging both intellectually and in other ways.

Scranton’s comprehensive academics encompass more than 60 undergraduate and more than 20 graduate programs. Among Scranton’s varied majors are:

*Accounting
*Molecular Biology
*Classical Studies
*Communications
*Counseling and Human Services
*Occupational Therapy
*Religious Studies
*Theatre
*World Languages and Cultures

As a way of cultivating students’ leadership and service skills, Scranton has a leadership development program, which includes workshops and work assignments relating to compassionate service to others. In fact, Scranton has been ranked as one of the most service-oriented colleges by such publications as Washington Monthly.

Like everything else at Scranton, admissions applications take the whole person into account. Materials used to evaluate students include SAT or ACTS scores, transcripts, letters of recommendation, a list of extracurricular activities and a personal statement.

Scholarships, loans and grants are some of the financial aid sources awarded to eligible students.

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