Travel transfer Brochure

A CATHOLIC AND JESUIT UNIVERSIT Y

T H E U N I V E RS I T Y O F S C R A N TO N

OPENING DOORS

TRANSFER STUDENTS

THE UNIVERSITY OF SCRANTON

AC A DE MIC PROGRAMS

Wide-open possibilities.

A Scranton education is all about academic excellence. Our programs are taught in small classes, led by faculty who are experts in their fields. Students are challenged here, and they are supported. As a result, they excel at a very high level.

: 89% 10 1 Average first-year retention rate

Student to faculty ratio

21

Average class size

By any measure, The University of Scranton is an exceptional academic experience, made possible by a campus and community dedicated in every way to our students' success.

41 155 82%

Number of countries students have studied in since 2005

major grants, including Fulbrights, awarded since 1972

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Average six-year graduation rate

ACA D E M I C P R O G R A M S

65 MAJORS - Accounting

- Computer Science

- Forensic Chemistry

- Management

- Accounting Information Systems

- Counseling and Human Services

- Health Administration

- Marketing

- History

- Mathematics (BS or BA)

- Forensic Accounting

- Criminal Justice

- Human Resources Studies

- General Accounting

- Military Science

- Economics (Business)

- Applied Mathematics

- Information Technology

- Neuroscience

- Economics (Social Science)

- Biochemistry

- International Business

- Nursing

- Education

- Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology

- Early and Primary Teacher Education

- International Language/ Business

- Occupational Therapy

- Biology - Biomathematics

- Middle Level Teacher Education

- Journalism and Electronic Media

- Biophysics

- Secondary Education

- Languages & Cultures

- Business Administration

- Electrical Engineering

- Chemistry

- Electronic Commerce

- French & Francophone Cultural Studies

- Chemistry/Business

- Engineering Management

- German Cultural Studies

- Psychology

- Chemistry/Computers

- English

- Greek Studies

- Sociology

- Communication

- Entrepreneurship

- Hispanic Studies

- Strategic Communication

- Community Health Education

- Environmental Science

- Italian

- Theatre

- Computer Engineering

- Exercise Science

- Latin Studies

- Theology/Religious Studies

- Computer Information Systems

- Finance

- Latin American Studies

- Women’s Studies

ACCELERATED GRADUATE PROGRAMS

- International Studies

PRE-PROFESSIONAL

- Operations Management - Philosophy - Physical Therapy (DPT) - Physics - Political Science - Pre-Engineering

PROGRAMS OF EXCELLENCE

- Accountancy (5-year)

- Dentistry

- Physician Assistant

- Honors Program

- BS/MBA in Accounting

- Law

- Podiatry

- BS/MBA in Finance

- Medicine

- Veterinary Medicine

- Business Leadership Honors Program

- BS/MBA in Marketing

- Optometry

- BS/MBA in Operations Management - BS or BA/MBA in many majors - BS/MS in Special Education (5-year)*

*For Early and Primary Teacher Education and Secondary Education/English undergraduate majors only

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- Special Jesuit Liberal Arts Honors Program

THE UNIVERSITY OF SCRANTON

O U T CO MES & RES ULTS

We open doors.

Every aspect of a Scranton education exists to help our students succeed. Our students gain acceptance to prestigious medical and law schools, and embark on their careers with some of the nation's top employers.

78%

Acceptance rate into health professions schools

150

Acceptances into law schools in the past four years

38%

of students pursue graduate studies after graduation

Health professions schools such as: Medical School

Dental School

Veterinary School

- Georgetown University School of Medicine

- The Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry at Temple University

- Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine

- Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University

- University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine

- University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine

- The Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth

- University of Maryland School of Dentistry

Law schools such as: - Boston College Law School

- Notre Dame Law School

- Boston University School of Law - Cornell Law School

- Temple University Beasley School of Law

- Fordham University School of Law

- University of Pennsylvania Law School

- Villanova University School of Law - William & Mary Law School

Graduate schools such as: - Boston College

- MIT

- The Ohio State University

- Bucknell University

- New York University

- Thomas Jefferson University

- Cornell University

- Rutgers University

- University of South Florida

- Fordham University

- Syracuse University

- Virginia Tech

- Michigan State University

- Texas Tech University

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RECENT STUDENT EMPLOYERS College of Arts and Sciences

Kania School of Management

- BAE Systems

- Bank of America - Barclays - Ernst & Young - Goldman Sachs - Horizon Media - JP Morgan Chase - Merrill Lynch - MetLife - Prudential - PwC - Ralph Lauren - Vanguard - Vogue - Walt Disney World

- Bayer HealthCare - Bristol-Myers Squibb - Children’s Crisis Treatment Center - Disney ABC Television Group - Federal Bureau of Investigation - NBC - Northwell Health - Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago - Sanofi Pasteur - S&P Global Ratings - U.S. Army - WestEd

95%

- Archdiocese of Philadelphia - Chatham School District - Hershey Medical Center - Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania - Immaculata High School - Lehigh Valley Health Network - Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center - Mt. Sinai Hospital - Nestlé Purina - Rockville Centre School District - Teach for America - University Medical Center of Princeton

439

of the class of 2015 were employed, continuing their education or engaged in service within a year of graduating.

organizations in 12 states, plus Washington, D.C., in the last two years have granted internships to students at Scranton.

RECENT INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES - AXA

- Lockheed Martin

- PwC

- CNBC

- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

- QVC

- C-SPAN

- National Institutes of Health

- Ralph Lauren

- Deloitte & Touche, LLP

- New York Yankees

- Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute

- Dow Jones and Company

- Newsday

- The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia

- Ernst & Young

- NFL

- The Philadelphia 76ers

- FBI

- Northwell Health

- U.S. Department of Defense

- Frito-Lay

- Penn State Hershey College of Medicine

- U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

- IBM

- Prada USA Corp.

- Voya Financial

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O UTC O MES & R ESULTS

- Chief Media

Panuska College of Professional Studies - Allied Services

THE UNIVERSITY OF SCRANTON

C A MPUS LIF E

Prepare to engage.

Scranton is an active, opportunity-filled campus where students can easily get involved. From a full calendar of activities to more than 80 student clubs, this is a dynamic, inclusive campus where you can immediately jump in, and fit in.

900+ CAMPUS MINISTRIES offers numerous opportunities to explore the deeper questions of life, no matter your faith tradition.

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EVENTS Student organizations plan more than 900 events each year, creating a full campus calendar each and every week.

DIVISION III TEAMS

154

CONFERENCE TITLES

170,000

Each year, more than

students participate in instrumental and choral performing ensemble opportunities.

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LIVE IT UP 87% OF HOUSING IS

HOURS

University of Scranton students volunteer 170,000 hours of service per year— locally, nationally and globally.

NEW OR RENOVATED

It is also guaranteed for four consecutive years, and light housekeeping is provided.

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Scranton is ranked nationally for best campus food. No wonder 90% of our students choose a meal plan (even when they don’t have to!).

SPRINGFEST

is an annual festival that features live music, battle of the bands, games, food and fundraisers!

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W E L CO

ME TO

CHAPMAN L AKE

STUDENT RETREATS

are held several times a year at our beautiful Retreat Center, which is located 12 miles from campus.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS - Council for Exceptional Children - Counseling and Human Services Association - Criminal Justice Club - Debate Society - Exercise Science Club - Finance Club - Gaming Club - Habitat for Humanity - Health Professions Organization - Healthcare Administration Society - Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers - Irish Cultural Society - International Business Club - The International Club - Italian Society - Marketing Society of The University of Scranton

- Operations & Information Management Club

- Se Habla Español

- The Philosophy Society

- Society for Human Resource Management

- Physical Therapy Club

- Society of Physics Students

- Picture This: Scranton Royals Sign

- Students in Free Enterprise

- Portfolio of Responsible Investments under Student Management (PRISM) - Pre-Law Society - Pre-Physician Assistant Club

- Student Nurses Association

- Ranger Challenge Club

- Students for Life

- Royal Astronomy Club - Royal EMS Club

- Students for Suicide Prevention

- Royal Historical Society

- Sustainability Club

- Scranton Alliance for Equality (SAFE)

- United Colors Club

- Scranton Aquatic Systems Specialists

- Move for Those Who Can’t (ALS)

- Scripture of Scranton

DIVISION III ATHLETIC TEAMS

- Baseball (Men’s) - Basketball (Men’s & Women’s) - Cross Country (Men’s & Women’s) - Field Hockey (Women’s) - Golf (Men’s & Women’s) - Lacrosse (Men’s & Women’s) - Soccer (Men’s & Women’s) - Softball (Women’s) - Swimming/Diving (Men’s & Women’s) - Tennis (Men’s & Women’s) - Volleyball (Women’s) - Wrestling (Men’s) 5

- Student Government - Student Occupational Therapy Association

- Scranton Neuroscience Society

- 99.5 WUSR-FM - Bands, Choirs and String Ensembles - History Journal (Retrospect) - Literary Magazine (Esprit) - Liva Arts Company - Men and Women for Octaves (a capella group) - Photography Club - Royal Television Network - Social Dance Club - Student Newspaper (The Aquinas) - University Players - Yearbook (The Windhover)

- Student Education Club of The University of Scranton

- Psychology Club

- Math Club

CREATIVE OUTLETS

- Society of Accounting Students

- University of Scranton Programming Board - Wishmakers-On-Campus - Young Americans for Liberty

CLUB SPORTS

- Cheerleading - Crew - Dance - Equestrian - Fencing - Ice Hockey - Men’s Volleyball - Mountain Sports - Rugby - Ultimate Frisbee® - Urban Beats Crew

CAMPUS LIFE

- Advertising Club - Association for Psychological Sciences Student Caucus - Asia Club - Association for Early Childhood International - Association for Computer Machinery - Autism Speaks - Beading Hope - Biology Club - Business Club - Catholic Relief Services - Chemistry Club - Chess Club - Community Health Education Club - Commuter Students Association - Circle K International - College Democrats - College Republicans - Colleges Against Cancer

THE UNIVERSITY OF SCRANTON

A D M I S S I O NS & F INANC IAL AID

We're here to help.

At Scranton, you are a person, not a number. It’s why we don’t make our admissions decisions solely based on numbers. We consider many factors including coursework, letters of recommendation, leadership, community service, extracurricular activities and life experiences. We realize that one of the most important factors in your decision is how many credits will transfer to Scranton. Transfer credit is reviewed on an individualized basis for courses in which a C or better has been earned. Students transferring are required to complete a minimum of 63 credits at Scranton to earn a bachelor’s degree. Our transfer process is very simple, so let our professionals help guide you through each step.

A PPLI CAT IO N R EQ UIR E M E NTS • Official transcripts from all colleges attended, whether or not credit was earned, and a list of courses in progress • Letter of recommendation • Personal statement • If fewer than 30 college credits completed, please also send: – Official results of the SAT/ACT/TOEFL – Official high school transcript

DAT ES TO R E M E M BE R Preferred Application Filing Dates

December 15 (for spring semester entry) August 1 (for fall semester entry) SCRANTON.EDU/APPLY

You can apply online for free using the Common Application.

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ACA DEM IC SC HO L ARSHIP S Scholarships are forms of assistance that do not have to be repaid. At The University of Scranton, scholarships can be awarded to a student in a variety of ways through a variety of sources. To learn more, visit us online at admissions.scranton.edu/scholarships.

FI NANC IAL AID We offer a variety of programs in recognition of academic achievement, financial need, diversity and ROTC service. State and federal assistance, installment payment plans and work-study can also be part of the mix of financing options.

Merit-Based Scholarships

Financial Aid Awards

Loyola and Arrupe Scholarships are available to qualifying transfer students and range from $8,000 to $17,000 annually. All accepted students are automatically evaluated for scholarships based on the complete Admissions application. Scholarship recipients will be notified in their acceptance letters.

Students who wish to apply for need-based financial aid should file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at fafsa. gov by April 15 for the following fall semester. Spring term entries need to update their FAFSA to include The University of Scranton (code 003384) on the college section.

TUI T I ON, FEES AND AVE R AG E F INANC IAL AID PAC K AG E Along with offering generous financial aid packages, Scranton is committed to making education affordable, maintaining tuition increases at the lowest level since the 1970’s ­— 2.75% in 2016.

$14,264

$56,426

$27,000

Tuition & Fees

Room & Board

Total Direct Cost

Average Financial Aid Package

(2016–2017)

(not including parent and private loans)

NAT I ONAL LY R EC O G NIZE D Year after year, Scranton is recognized among the top tier of universities in the nation for outstanding educational value. A Scranton education really pays off, but don’t just take our word for it.

“GREAT SCHOOLS, GREAT PRICES” U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT

“BEST VALUE” FORBES AND MONEY MAGAZINE

“BEST BUY IN COLLEGE EDUCATION”

“NO. 22” FOR IMPACT ON EARNINGS

BARRON’S

THE ECONOMIST

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ADMISSIONS & FINANCIAL AID

$42,162

RICH AND VIBRANT

co m m u n i t y

This is a close community, where students just enjoy being together.

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CAMPUS TOUR

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EXCEPTIONAL

ac a d e m i c s

This is a rigorous, practical education, made more meaningful by our Catholic and Jesuit identity.

CAMPUS TOUR

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Edward R. Leahy Jr. Hall

STATE-OF-THE-ART

fac i l i t i e s

The Loyola Science Center

The University of Scranton has recently invested more than $240 million in outstanding facilities.

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The Patrick and Margaret DeNaples Center

Pilarz and Montrone Residence Halls

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PREPARE TO ENGAGE

student life

This is an active campus where you’ll have a full — and fulfilling — college experience.

CAMPUS TOUR

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LET’S GO ROYALS!

at h l e t i c s

The Royals field 19 intercollegiate teams at the NCAA Division III level.

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CAMPUS TOUR

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First-year room

Sophomore room

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Junior/Senior apartment

COZY AND DELICIOUS

r e s i d e nc e l i f e

Our housing options and dining services are ranked among the best in the nation.

CAMPUS TOUR

Junior/Senior room

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Watch a concert at the Toyota Pavilion

Photo by Jesse Faatz courtesy of Live Nation

Ski and snowboard at Montage Mountain

Enjoy a tasty cup of coffee at Adezzo

WELCOME HOME

scranton region

As the sixth-largest city in Pennsylvania, Scranton is a vibrant college town with a lot to offer.

Shop the nearby outlets and malls

Visit the amazing treehouse at Nay Aug Park

Come to La Festa Italiana, a three-day Italian festival that takes place on Labor Day weekend

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Come Visit ONE OF THE COUNTRY’S “FRIENDLIEST COLLEGES” According to The Huffington Post

To know us, to understand all that Scranton has to offer, you’ll need to visit. Tour our campus. Experience our community. See for yourself how one of America’s premier colleges will open doors for you.

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Rochester Syracuse

Buffalo

Albany

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The University of Scranton

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MA

Boston

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Binghamton

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Scranton

Hartford

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RI Providence

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Harrisburg

Pittsburgh

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MD

New York

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Trenton

Philadelphia

NJ Baltimore

WV VA

Washington, D.C.

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SYRACUSE............................. 2 hrs NEW YORK CITY.................... 2 hrs PHILADELPHIA...................... 2 hrs HARTFORD............................ 3 hrs BALTIMORE........................ 3.5 hrs WASHINGTON D.C................. 4 hrs BOSTON.............................. 4.5 hrs

OPEN HOUSE

PERSONAL APPOINTMENT

FACULTY MEETING

These information-filled events take place in October and November and include campus tours, presentations

by Admissions and Financial Aid and meetings with faculty from the 65 undergraduate majors.

This half-hour session with an Admissions counselor is non-evaluative and is perfect for students and parents who may have questions about the University.

Depending on the student’s academic interest, it may be possible to meet one-on-one with a faculty member, based on faculty availability and the student’s visit schedule.

GROUP INFORMATION SESSION

This one-hour tour of campus, led by a student tour guide, will allow you to see the campus center, a first-year residence hall and room, athletic facilities, classrooms, the library and more.

CAMPUS TOUR This 45-minute presentation by an admissions counselor provides an overview of the University and the admissions process, with time for questions.

Notice of Non-Discrimination: The University of Scranton is committed to providing a safe and nondiscriminatory employment and educational environment. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or other status protected by law.

Sexual harassment, including sexual violence, is a form of sex discrimination prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational, extracurricular, athletic or other programs or in the context of employment. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination and sexual harassment and sexual misconduct policies may be directed to Jennifer LaPorta, executive director and Title IX coordinator, Office of Equity and Diversity, 570.941.6645.

Among the

TOP 10 IN THE NORTH

In The Huffington Post’s list of

“FRIENDLIEST COLLEGES IN THE COUNTRY”

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The University of Scranton ranked #11 nationally.

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“BEST CAMPUS FOOD”

The University of Scranton ranked #8 nationally.

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- Princeton Review (14 consecutive years)

In the Princeton Review’s list of

“BEST SCIENCE LABS”

for 22 years U.S. News & World Report's "Best Colleges"

The University of Scranton ranked in the top 8.

- Forbes magazine (8 consecutive years)

In the Princeton Review’s list of

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Office of Admissions, The Estate, Scranton, PA 18510-4699 1-888-SCRANTON • admissions.scranton.edu • transfer@scranton.edu

- Princeton Review

U.S. News & World Report ranked three of our business programs among

THE NATION’S BEST Entrepreneurship....... #21 Finance...................... #22 Accounting................. #31