C
Average
Score: 48/100

Lackawanna College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Scranton, Pennsylvania 18509
ℹ️
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 (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 38%
Outcomes
B
69/100
Affordability
D
37/100
Resources
C
49/100
Experience
B
69/100
Prestige
F
18/100

Quick Stats

1,939
Total Enrollment
38%
Graduation Rate
100%
Retention Rate
22.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Lackawanna College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $223,086
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,258/mo — vs ~$851/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 18517 (7.1% cap, Taylor)

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🏆 Where Lackawanna College Ranks

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

#16
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other
of 31 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $17,020 $17,020
Room $7,660
Board $4,450
Total Cost (On-Campus) $34,170 $34,170

Financial Aid

98%
Receive Any Aid
70%
Receive Pell Grants
84%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other 74 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 69 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 66 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 52 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 44 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 27 grads/yr Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician 26 grads/yr Accounting 23 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 16 grads/yr Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage 14 grads/yr Petroleum Technology/Technician 12 grads/yr Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other 11 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 10 grads/yr Occupational Therapist Assistant 8 grads/yr Physical Therapy Assistant 8 grads/yr Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef 6 grads/yr Surgical Technology/Technologist 4 grads/yr Culinary Arts/Chef Training 4 grads/yr Hospitality Administration/Management, General 1 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs

Student Demographics

1,939
Total Students
60%
Women
63%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 53%
Hispanic 18%
Black 15%
Asian 1%
Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 29%
Hybrid (Some Online) 39%
Fully Online 31%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 63%
25-64 (Adult) 32%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Lackawanna College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Lackawanna College?
Tuition at Lackawanna College is $17,020 for in-state students and $17,020 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Lackawanna College?
The graduation rate at Lackawanna College is 38%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Lackawanna College a good school?
Lackawanna College has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): 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 Lackawanna College?
Lackawanna College has a total enrollment of 1,939 students.

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