At a Glance
Lackawanna College is a small private nonprofit college in Scranton, PA. Approximately 1,947 undergraduates are enrolled. Lake Wallenpaupack is about 18 miles from campus. Ski resorts are within 5 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 76/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Location
Scranton, PA
Campus Identity
Lackawanna College is a small private nonprofit college in Scranton, PA. Approximately 1,947 undergraduates are enrolled. Lake Wallenpaupack is about 18 miles from campus. Ski resorts are within 5 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 76/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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Campus Lifestyle
Lackawanna College is a 1,000–4,999, urban school. The campus is 97 miles from Robinsons Beach, NY and 5 miles from Montage Mountain.
School Size & Setting
1,000–4,999
Urban setting
Beach Access
97 miles
Robinsons Beach, NY
Weather
Cold Climate
45°F avg school-year
Ski Town
Lackawanna College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Montage Mountain, 5 miles away with 7 lifts and 140 skiable acres. All are within 22 miles of campus.
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania
Nearest Beach
Students at Lackawanna College are 97 miles from Robinsons Beach, NY.
Robinsons Beach, NY
Ocean access within 97.3 miles
Nearby Lake
Lake Wallenpaupack is 18 miles from campus, giving Lackawanna College students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.
Lake Wallenpaupack
Lake access within 17.8 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Scranton, PA
Scranton has a cool climate, with winters averaging 28°F in Jan and summers peaking around 74°F in Jul.
Station: WILKES BARRE SCRANTON INTERNATIONAL Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Lackawanna College in PA earns a composite safety score of 76/100, rated Pretty Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
| Cost Item | Annual Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $18,400 |
| Fees | $830 |
| Room & Board | $12,110 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $31,340 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
44 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lackawanna College located?
Lackawanna College is located in Scranton, PA. The main campus address is 501 Vine St, Scranton, PA. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.
How many students attend Lackawanna College?
Lackawanna College enrolls 1,947 undergraduates. That figure counts degree-seeking undergraduate students across all years, not just the incoming class, and it excludes graduate students. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend Lackawanna College?
For the 2024-25 academic year, Lackawanna College charges $18,400/year in tuition. Including room and board ($12,110/year), the total estimated cost is approximately $16,130/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $19,951/year — what students actually pay. Use Lackawanna College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Is Lackawanna College the right fit for me?
Whether Lackawanna College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($19,951/year after aid), campus culture in Scranton, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Lackawanna College against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Lackawanna College directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Private
- Location
- Scranton, PA
- Size
- 1,000–4,999
- Degrees Offered
- Associate's, Bachelor's, Certificates
- School Year Weather
- Cold · 45°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 76/100
- Nearest Airport
- Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, PA (AVP) · 6 mialso ABE (54 mi), BGM (58 mi)