University of Scranton

The University of Scranton is a private Jesuit university located in Scranton, Pennsylvania, USA. Founded in 1888, it is known for its strong liberal arts education combined with professional programs, emphasizing values such as ethics, service, and social justice.

The university offers over 60 undergraduate majors and numerous graduate programs across fields like business, health sciences, engineering, and humanities. It has a relatively small student population, which allows for close faculty interaction and personalized learning.

🏆 Ranking Details (2025–2026)

📊 U.S. News & World Report Rankings (2026)

• #8 – Best Regional Universities (North)
• Top 10 for 30+ consecutive years
• #3 – Best Colleges for Veterans (North)
• #9 – Best Undergraduate Teaching (North)
• #13 – Most Innovative Schools (North)

🎓 Program-Specific Rankings

• Top 40 in the U.S. for:
  • Business Analytics (#38)
  • Accounting (#40)
• Multiple graduate programs ranked nationally, including:
  • Rehabilitation Counseling (#43)
  • Occupational Therapy (#59)
  • Nurse Anesthesia (#99)

🌍 Other Ranking Sources

• Ranked #261 in the U.S. (Forbes)
• Around #477 in the U.S. (EduRank)
• Ranked among top 50% globally across multiple research topics