D
Below Average
Score: 38/100
Overall (traditional)
B+
Outcome Rating
79/100 · earnings-weighted

Johnson College

2-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Scranton, Pennsylvania 18508
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 47%
Outcomes
C+
56/100
Affordability
F
31/100
Resources
C
50/100
Experience
F
26/100
Prestige
F
17/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

627
Total Enrollment
47%
Graduation Rate
67%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
96%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Johnson College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$55,194
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$44,043
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$12,000
Median debt at graduation
54.7%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
49%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 22% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 95th percentile among associate-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (PA wage index 0.97). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Johnson College

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$48,216$63,056-4%#315 of 560#339—
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers$49,124$54,728-23%#43 of 52#42$15,500
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications—$40,330-27%#86 of 87#85—
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians$38,507————$12,000
Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians$37,373—————
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$34,834—————

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

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  • Avg home value near campus: $158,319
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,440/mo
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🏆 Where Johnson College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

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Electrical and Power Transmission Installers, Other
of 3 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $18,408 $18,408

Financial Aid

96%
Receive Any Aid
54%
Receive Pell Grants
96%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Electrical and Power Transmission Installers, Other 51 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 22 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 17 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 16 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 14 grads/yr Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician 12 grads/yr Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant 11 grads/yr Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician 9 grads/yr Carpentry/Carpenter 7 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 7 grads/yr Physical Therapy Assistant 5 grads/yr Biomedical Technology/Technician 3 grads/yr Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD 3 grads/yr Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician 2 grads/yr Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians 2 grads/yr Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering 2 grads/yr Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology/Technician 1 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Johnson College's top programs commonly pursue.

Electrical power-line installers and repairers
$93k/yr 127,400 jobs
Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers
$60k/yr 425,200 jobs
Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr 457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr 38,900 jobs
Computer and information systems managers
$171k/yr 667,100 jobs
Computer network architects
$130k/yr 179,200 jobs
Information security analysts
$125k/yr 182,800 jobs
Computer systems analysts
$104k/yr 521,100 jobs

Student Demographics

627
Total Students
20%
Women
76%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 72%
Hispanic 8%
Black 5%
Asian 1%
Two or More 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 22%
Hybrid (Some Online) 78%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 76%
25-64 (Adult) 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Johnson College?
Johnson College has an acceptance rate of 96%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Johnson College?
Tuition at Johnson College is $18,408 for in-state students and $18,408 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Johnson College?
The graduation rate at Johnson College is 47%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Johnson College a good school?
Johnson College has a Repit College Score of 38/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (F): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Johnson College?
Johnson College has a total enrollment of 627 students. Most students (76%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology