Scranton offers a variety of financial aid programs recognizing academic achievement, demonstrated financial need, diversity, and ROTC service. Additional financing options may include federal and state assistance, work‑study opportunities, and installment payment plans.

Below is a short list of financial aid information that we hope you will find useful as a quick reference. For more complete information, please visit our financial aid page.

     Scholarship Information

• Accepted students are automatically reviewed for merit scholarships.
• Students who apply SAT/ACT Optional are still considered for scholarship.

• Four-year total scholarship awards range from $60,000 to $120,000, with a limited number of full-tuition Presidential Scholarships available. 

  Need-based Aid Information

• All students are encouraged to fill out the FAFSA form to apply for need-based aid. That is the only required form.
• Of the first-year aid applicants who were enrolled for the Fall 2025 semester, 99% were offered funding from University scholarships and/or need-based grants. The average freshman aid package, including federal student loans, was $41,000.
• Our total cost for the 2025-2026 academic year is $73,296. This includes tuition, room, board and the university fee.
• Potential applicants may obtain an estimate of both merit scholarship and need-based grant assistance by completing The University of Scranton's Net Price Calculator.