• Skip to Content

The University of Scranton

  • Sign in to your Merit page
Link to The University of Scranton’s website

The University of Scranton is a Catholic and Jesuit university animated by the spiritual vision and the tradition of excellence characteristic of the Society of Jesus.

“Best 377 Colleges,” “Best Buys in College Education,” “America’s Best Colleges,” “A Focus on Student Success” – these are just a few of the ways that the nation’s leading college rankings and guidebooks consistently refer to The University of Scranton.

For 21 consecutive years, U.S. News & World Report has ranked Scranton among the 10 top Master’s Universities in the North. U.S. News has also ranked the University among America’s “up and coming” schools to watch, identifying Scranton among the nation’s universities making “the most promising and innovative changes in area of academics, faculty, student life, campus or facilities.” 

In addition, Scranton is among the select colleges in the U.S. earning Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The Chronicle of Higher Education has also listed Scranton among the “top producers” of Fulbright awards for American students for ten consecutive years.

Founded in 1888, Scranton is a nationally respected comprehensive university located in Pennsylvania’s Pocono Northeast region with an enrollment of approximately 4,000 undergraduate students and 1,500 graduate students. Scranton has earned accreditation from 17 accrediting agencies, including recognition by the nation’s most prestigious bodies in the fields of business and management, nursing, computer science, physical therapy, occupational therapy, chemistry and counseling.

(see more)

The University of Scranton is a Catholic and Jesuit university animated by the spiritual vision and the tradition of excellence characteristic of the Society of Jesus.

“Best 377 Colleges,” “Best Buys in College Education,” “America’s Best Colleges,” “A Focus on Student Success” – these are just a few of the ways that the nation’s leading college rankings and guidebooks consistently refer to The University of Scranton.

For 21 consecutive years, U.S. News & World Report has ranked Scranton among the 10 top Master’s Universities in the North. U.S. News has also ranked the University among America’s “up and coming” schools to watch, identifying Scranton among the nation’s universities making “the most promising and innovative changes in area of academics, faculty, student life, campus or facilities.” 

In addition, Scranton is among the select colleges in the U.S. earning Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The Chronicle of Higher Education has also listed Scranton among the “top producers” of Fulbright awards for American students for ten consecutive years.

Founded in 1888, Scranton is a nationally respected comprehensive university located in Pennsylvania’s Pocono Northeast region with an enrollment of approximately 4,000 undergraduate students and 1,500 graduate students. Scranton has earned accreditation from 17 accrediting agencies, including recognition by the nation’s most prestigious bodies in the fields of business and management, nursing, computer science, physical therapy, occupational therapy, chemistry and counseling.

student Stories

See and share stories about what The University of Scranton students are achieving

student Profiles

Discover and explore profiles of The University of Scranton students

Newsroom

News and announcements from The University of Scranton

Pi Mu Epsilon Honor Society

University of Scranton students are inducted into national and international academic honor societies.
The University of Scranton’s logo
Honor Society - 2016 May 10

Pi Gamma Mu Honor Society

University of Scranton students are inducted into national and international academic honor societies.
The University of Scranton’s logo
Honor Society - 2016 May 10
Achievement badge

Phi Sigma Tau Honor Society

University of Scranton students are inducted into national and international academic honor societies.
The University of Scranton’s logo
Honor Society - 2016 May 10
Achievement badge

Kappa Delta Pi

University of Scranton students are inducted into national and international academic honor societies.
The University of Scranton’s logo
Honor Society - 2016 May 10
Achievement badge

Eta Sigma Gamma Honor Society

University of Scranton students are inducted into national and international academic honor societies.
The University of Scranton’s logo
Honor Society - 2016 May 10

Eta Kappa Nu Honor Society

University of Scranton students are inducted into national and international academic honor societies.
The University of Scranton’s logo
Honor Society - 2016 May 10

Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Society

University of Scranton students are inducted into national and international academic honor societies.
The University of Scranton’s logo
Honor Society - 2016 May 9
Achievement badge

Beta Beta Beta Honor Society

University of Scranton students are inducted into national and international academic honor societies.
The University of Scranton’s logo
Honor Society - 2016 May 9
Achievement badge

Alpha Phi Sigma Honor Society

University of Scranton students are inducted into national and international academic honor societies.
The University of Scranton’s logo
Honor Society - 2016 May 9
Achievement badge

Alpha Kappa Delta Honor Society

University of Scranton students are inducted into national and international academic honor societies.
The University of Scranton’s logo
Honor Society - 2016 May 9

Alpha Epsilon Delta Honor Society

University of Scranton students are inducted into national and international academic honor societies.
The University of Scranton’s logo
Honor Society - 2016 May 6

Alpha Sigma Nu Honor Society

University of Scranton students are inducted into national and international academic honor societies.
The University of Scranton’s logo
Honor Society - 2016 May 6
Achievement badge

University of Scranton Students Participate in Service Trips During Easter Break

During Easter break, 17 University of Scranton students participated in three domestic service trips organized by Campus Ministries' Center for Service and Social Justice.
The University of Scranton’s logo
Community Service - 2016 Apr 11
Achievement badge

University of Scranton Students Participate in Service Trips During Easter Break

During Easter break, 17 University of Scranton students participated in three domestic service trips organized by Campus Ministries' Center for Service and Social Justice.
The University of Scranton’s logo
Community Service - 2016 Apr 11
Achievement image

Pennsylvania State Intercollegiate Band Festival Performance

Four University of Scranton students qualified for participation in the 69th Annual Pennsylvania State Intercollegiate Band Festival, which took place at Elizabethtown College earlier in March.
The University of Scranton’s logo
Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2016 Apr 4

Psychological Association Annual Meeting

Eleven University of Scranton students, nine faculty and staff members, and two alumni presented research projects and led workshop sessions at the Eastern Psychological Association annual meeting held in March in New York City.
The University of Scranton’s logo
Achievement (Other) - 2016 Mar 16

Psychological Association Annual Meeting Presentation

Eleven University of Scranton students, nine faculty and staff members, and two alumni presented research projects and led workshop sessions at the Eastern Psychological Association annual meeting held in March in New York City.
The University of Scranton’s logo
Achievement (Other) - 2016 Mar 16
Achievement image

University of Scranton Education Majors Student Teach at Area Schools

Eighteen University of Scranton education majors are serving as student teachers during the spring semester at 14 schools in 9 school districts, which are Abington Heights, Scranton, Lackawanna Trail, North Pocono, Blue Ridge, Dunmore, The Roman Catholic Diocese of Scranton, Valley View and Western Wayne.
The University of Scranton’s logo
Academic Award - 2016 Feb 29
Achievement image

University of Scranton Education Majors Student Teach at Area Schools

Eighteen University of Scranton education majors are serving as student teachers during the spring semester at 14 schools in 9 school districts, which are Abington Heights, Scranton, Lackawanna Trail, North Pocono, Blue Ridge, Dunmore, The Roman Catholic Diocese of Scranton, Valley View and Western Wayne.
The University of Scranton’s logo
Academic Award - 2016 Feb 29
Achievement image

Vitkus Earns Academic All-District Honors From CoSIDA

Junior forward John Vitkus (Mahopac, N.Y./Mahopac) of The University of Scranton men's basketball team has enjoyed a standout season on the court for the Royals. On Thursday, he was honored by the College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA) for his work both on the court and in the classroom.
The University of Scranton’s logo
Sports - 2016 Feb 11
Achievement image

Vitkus Named University of Scranton Athlete of the Week

Junior forward John Vitkus of the men's basketball team has been named The University of Scranton Athlete of the Week.
The University of Scranton’s logo
Sports - 2016 Feb 8
Achievement image

Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology Majors Present Research at International Cell Biology Conference

Five University of Scranton students majoring in biochemistry, cell and molecular biology (BCBM) recently presented their research at the 2015 American Society for Cell Biology (ASCB) annual conference, held in December in San Diego, California. The students are: Matthew Reynolds, a sophomore from Apalachin, New York; and seniors Grace O'Neill of Avoca, Christa Musto of Forty Fort, Nicole McAndrew of Archbald and Alice Chen-Liaw of Morris Plains, New Jersey.
The University of Scranton’s logo
Achievement (Other) - 2016 Feb 3

Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology Majors Present Research at International Cell Biology Conference

Five University of Scranton students majoring in biochemistry, cell and molecular biology (BCBM) recently presented their research at the 2015 American Society for Cell Biology (ASCB) annual conference, held in December in San Diego, California. The students are: Matthew Reynolds, a sophomore from Apalachin, New York; and seniors Grace O'Neill of Avoca, Christa Musto of Forty Fort, Nicole McAndrew of Archbald and Alice Chen-Liaw of Morris Plains, New Jersey.
The University of Scranton’s logo
Achievement (Other) - 2016 Feb 3

Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology Majors Present Research at International Cell Biology Conference

Five University of Scranton students majoring in biochemistry, cell and molecular biology (BCBM) recently presented their research at the 2015 American Society for Cell Biology (ASCB) annual conference, held in December in San Diego, California. The students are: Matthew Reynolds, a sophomore from Apalachin, New York; and seniors Grace O'Neill of Avoca, Christa Musto of Forty Fort, Nicole McAndrew of Archbald and Alice Chen-Liaw of Morris Plains, New Jersey.
The University of Scranton’s logo
Achievement (Other) - 2016 Feb 3
Achievement badge

O'Hara Award for Academic Achievement

Frank O'Hara medals were given to the first-, second-, third-year, and graduate students with the highest grade point averages in the Kania School of Management, the Panuska College of Professional Studies, and the College of Arts and Sciences for the 2014-2015 academic year. The award is named in honor of the late Frank O'Hara who served the University for 53 years in various administrative positions.
The University of Scranton’s logo
Academic Award - 2016 Feb 2
Achievement image

Payonk Earns University of Scranton Athlete of the Week Honors

Junior forward Sarah Payonk (Schwenksville, Pa./Spring-Ford) posted a big week in two victories for the Lady Royals women's basketball team over Drew and Elizabethtown, and for her efforts, she has been named the University of Scranton's Athlete of the Week for the period ending January 31.
The University of Scranton’s logo
Sports - 2016 Feb 1
Achievement badge

Rose Kelly Awards

Three University of Scranton recognized with Rose Kelly Awards at a ceremony held recently on campus. The award also recognizes their high school teachers, who they credit for contributing to their success.
The University of Scranton’s logo
Academic Award - 2016 Jan 29

Fall 2015 Dean's List

More than 1,550 students were named to The University of Scranton Dean's List, which recognizes students for academic excellence during the 2015 fall semester.
The University of Scranton’s logo
Honors List - 2016 Jan 22

Fall 2015 Dean's List

More than 1,550 students were named to The University of Scranton Dean's List, which recognizes students for academic excellence during the 2015 fall semester.
The University of Scranton’s logo
Honors List - 2016 Jan 22
Achievement badge

Fall 2015 Dean's List

More than 1,550 students were named to The University of Scranton Dean's List, which recognizes students for academic excellence during the 2015 fall semester.
The University of Scranton’s logo
Honors List - 2016 Jan 22
« First ‹ Prev … 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 … Next › Last »
Copyright © 2026 Merit Pages, Inc. • All Rights Reserved. • Terms of Service • Privacy Policy • Opt Out