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Lackawanna College

Scranton, PA·Private·https://www.lackawanna.edu/

Campus Identity

Lackawanna College is a private nonprofit college in Scranton, PA. 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.

At a Glance

Lackawanna College is a private nonprofit college in Scranton, PA. 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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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$15,300
In-State Tuition
+$830 fees
$15,300
Out-of-State Tuition
+$830 fees
$12,110
Room & Board
19 meals/week
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Urban setting

Beach Access

109 miles

Sandy Hook, NJ

Ski Access

5 miles

Montage Mountain

Weather

Cold Climate

45°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Montage Mountain

Pennsylvania

5 mi away
140 skiable acres7 lifts
21 mi away
100 skiable acres9 lifts
22 mi away
180 skiable acres7 lifts

Nearest Beach

Sandy Hook, NJ

Ocean access within 108.9 miles

109 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Scranton, PA

28°Jan30°Feb38°Mar50°Apr61°May69°Jun74°Jul72°Aug65°Sep53°Oct43°Nov33°Dec

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

76/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety868338
86/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
83/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
38/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

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

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$15,300
Fees
$830
Room & Board
$12,110
Total
$28,240
Meal Plan: 19 meals/week

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

44 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Criminal Justice and CorrectionsCertificate
62 grads/yr$85,937
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
58 grads/yr$33,861
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
53 grads/yr$43,607
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied ProfessionsBachelor's
42 grads/yr$40,697
Business/Commerce, GeneralAssociate's
41 grads/yr$40,467

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Mining and Petroleum Technologies/Technicians
Associate's6 grads$89,729
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Certificate62 grads$85,937
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's39 grads$78,229
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Bachelor's25 grads$54,906
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's40 grads$49,310
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Bachelor's25 grads$48,174
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Associate's12 grads$46,617
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's53 grads$43,607
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
Bachelor's42 grads$40,697
Business/Commerce, General
Associate's41 grads$40,467

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 much does it cost to attend Lackawanna College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Lackawanna College charges $15,300/year in tuition. Including room and board ($12,110/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $16,130/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — 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, cost ($15,300/year out-of-state), campus culture in Scranton, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Lackawanna College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Lackawanna College directly for the most current information.

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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)

Location

Scranton, PA

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.