International Freshman Applicants
We accept qualified applicants on a rolling basis, but we strongly encourage you to apply as early as possible, especially if you are applying for the following competitive programs: Nursing, Occupational Therapy or Doctor of Physical Therapy (guaranteed seat). Applications are processed as they are received. If you are currently attending high school/secondary school, you may begin applying after the completion of your third year. Once the completed application is received, it can take four to six weeks to process.

International Transfer Applicants
We accept qualified applicants on a rolling basis, but we strongly encourage you to apply as early as possible. Applications are processed as they are received. Once the completed application is received, it can take four to six weeks to process.

Please read our application dates and deadlines for international applicants.

International Freshman Applicants
All accepted students are automatically evaluated for academic merit scholarships. No special applications are required. Students receiving merit scholarships will be notified of the amount in their acceptance letter.

International Transfer Applicants 
All accepted students are automatically evaluated for academic merit scholarships. No special applications are required. Students receiving merit scholarships will be notified of the amount in their acceptance letter.

Accepted Student Profile (Average)

GPA                                  3.63 (4.0 scale) or 91 (100 scale) 
SAT*                                 1258
ACT*                                 29 (composite score)

We will superscore your SAT, meaning we will take your best math score and combine it with your best evidence-based reading score.

This information is meant to be a helpful reference; it is not meant to guarantee your acceptance, nor is it meant to discourage students who fall outside of these ranges from applying.

The University of Scranton takes a holistic approach to reviewing its applicants. We consider many factors including coursework, standardized test scores, letters of recommendation, leadership, community service and extracurricular activities.

Our most competitive majors include the sciences and health sciences, especially Nursing, Occupational Therapy and our Doctor of Physical Therapy program (guaranteed seat). We strongly encourage applicants to apply Early Action (non-binding) for these programs.

*if applicable – International applicants must submit proof of English proficiency. This proof can be met by submitting either the TOEFL, IELTS, SAT or ACT. Our minimum acceptable TOEFL is an 80ibt and the minimum acceptable IELTS is a 6.5 overall band score. 

Please use this checklist as a guide in submitting materials to complete your application to Scranton.

We partner with the following organizations to provide evaluations of your academic transcripts. While this is not traditionally required, you are welcome to utilize their services.

• SpanTran
• WES
• ECE