Lackawanna College
About Lackawanna College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Lackawanna College in Scranton serves northeastern Pennsylvania and admits every qualified applicant. Counseling and social health services, criminal justice and business are its largest programs, and it keeps satellite centers in the coal and gas country around the city.
Founded
1894
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania
Students
1,947
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
36.7%
Below national average
Tuition
$18,400
Per year
Avg Net Price
$19,951
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$41,000
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$35
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
36.7% complete their degree within six years
Retention
Not reported
4-Year Grad
36.7%
6-Year Grad
Not reported
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
22:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$5.1K
Class Size
Large
The 36.7% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$18,400
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$12,110
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$28,770
After Financial Aid
$19,951
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$18,142
Receive Grants
59.5%
Take Loans
71.9%
The total cost of attendance runs about $28,770/yr, including $12,110 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $19,951.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Lackawanna College fund their education.
While in School
59.5%
Get Grants
Free money
71.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$27,497
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$18,075
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$192/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $18,075 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Lackawanna College.
Gender
61.4%
Female
39%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,947
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
46.9%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
32.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 61% of the student body. 46.9% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
1,947
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Mixed
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Lackawanna College fields 7 varsity teams with 261 student athletes, about 13% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
261
13% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
77% / 23%
202
Men
59
Women
5
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Lackawanna Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$41,000
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
$38K
42 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$34K
25 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$34K
25 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
6 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
—
6 grads
Culinary Arts and Related Services
—
4 grads
Graduates earn about $36K six years out, growing to $41K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.