Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton is a public four-year university in Dunmore, Pennsylvania, enrolling about 793 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 98.52% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $63,435 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $15,208
- 2024 Average Net Price: $17,910 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 98.52% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 793 92.6% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 39.29%
- Average SAT Score: 1190
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton: what the data shows
Common questions about Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton is located in Dunmore, PA (ZIP 18512-1602).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton public or private?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton is a Public institution.
How much does Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton cost?
Published tuition: $15,208 in-state, $25,392 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $17,910.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $14,322 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $12,857 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $14,839 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $22,064 |
| $110,001+ | $23,599 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $60,832.
How hard is it to get into Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton?
Admission rate: 98.52%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1190.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton?
Total enrollment: 793 students.
About 93% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton?
150%-time completion rate: 39.29%.
First-year retention: 79.3%.
What do graduates of Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton earn?
Median earnings: $55,620 six years after entry; $63,435 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $25,000.
41.82% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (138 completions)
- CIP 513899 (31 completions)
- Business Administration, Management, & Operations (29 completions)
- General Psychology (18 completions)
- Computer Science - 11.0401 (15 completions)
- CIP 190701 (13 completions)
- Mechanical Engineering (8 completions)
- CIP 520501 (7 completions)
- General Biological Sciences (5 completions)
- General English Language & Literature (3 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 98.52%; completion rate 39.29%; median earnings $63,435 at 10 years; net price $17,910. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$15,208
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton was $15,208.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$17,910
2024 Value
In 2024 Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $17,910.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$71,640 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$17,910 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$60,832 4-Year In-State Tuition
$101,568 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton.
Financial Aid by Income Level
41.82% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
56.63% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $13,486 | $20,162 | $14,410 |
| 2014 | $13,882 | $20,718 | $13,297 |
| 2015 | $13,902 | $21,096 | $14,650 |
| 2016 | $14,072 | $21,506 | $13,587 |
| 2017 | $14,460 | $22,378 | $14,825 |
| 2018 | $14,468 | $23,028 | $18,177 |
| 2019 | $14,476 | $23,466 | — |
| 2022 | $15,140 | $24,834 | $17,896 |
| 2023 | $15,180 | $25,118 | $18,934 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
98.52% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1190
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
92.6% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton in 2024 is 793 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
79.3%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
26.36% 100% Completion Time
39.29% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 26.36% of students graduating from Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton.
Return on Investment
$25,000 Median Student Debt
$63,435 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
39.41% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
785.47% Return on Investment
3.9 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 51.3899: 31 completions
Business Administration, Management, & Operations: 29 completions
General Psychology: 18 completions
Computer Science - 11.0401: 15 completions
CIP 19.0701: 13 completions
Mechanical Engineering: 8 completions
CIP 52.0501: 7 completions
General Biological Sciences: 5 completions
General English Language & Literature: 3 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 138 completions
Most popular programs at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton graduates.
About
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton is a public institution located in Dunmore, PA, offering 15 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 793 students. The admission rate is 98.52%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1190. The institution maintains a 39.29% graduation rate. Approximately 41.82% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Public
Location
Dunmore, PA 18512-1602
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 39.29% graduation rate at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
FAQ
How much does Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $15,208 and average net price is $17,910 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton?
The admission rate is 98.5% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton reports midpoint SAT about 1190.
What do graduates of Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton earn?
Median earnings are $55,620 six years after entry and $63,435 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton?
The 150%-time completion rate is 39.3% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $25,000.
How big is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton?
Total enrollment is about 793 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton public or private?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton is a public institution located in Dunmore, PA.
Is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton an HBCU?
No. Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton a tribal college?
No. Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton does not meet that proxy (reported share 11.0%).
Is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.