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COLLEGE
THIS IS
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LONGSTANDING
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V I S I T U S AT L A C K AWA N N A . E D U
LIBERAL STUDIES
BLAKESLEE, PA
C H A R A CT ER
This is your Lackawanna College Viewbook. Flip
through to get a sense of who we are, and what we
can offer you - or just go straight to the Fast Facts
on the back cover. Think about your future here, and
stop by for a visit. A good education is useful, but a
great education is life-changing.
AFFORDABILITY
For more than 120 years, Lackawanna has been
empowering students to become the next generation of
leaders. Our mission - to provide a quality education to
all persons who seek to improve their lives and better
the communities in which they live - means that we
are committed to providing you with the best quality
education at an affordable price.
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TRANSFERABILITY
Our credits transfer to colleges and universities all over
the world, including universities within the Pennsylvania
State System of Higher Education. Whether you head
to a four-year institution with our Academic Passport
program or go right to work after you graduate, we can
help you find your future.
F U L L A C C R E D I TAT I O N
Lackawanna College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, (267) 284-5000.
The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council
for Higher Education Accreditation. The Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Lackawanna College is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation
in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 1111 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314; phone: (703) 706-3245; email: accreditation@apta.org;
website: www.capteonline.org. The Lackawanna College Diagnostic Medical Sonography program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation
of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical
Sonography. Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs 1361 Park Street Clearwater, FL 33756, (727) 210-2350; www.caahep.org.
WHY DID YOU CHOOSE LACKAWANNA?
This is going to sound cliché, but I didn’t choose
Lackawanna; it chose me. My intention was to
enroll in the police academy, but I missed the
deadline. It wasn’t until I took a detour through
the main building that I felt something especially
welcoming about it. The next day I couldn’t get the
idea of going back to school off my mind.
WHO HAS BEEN HELPFUL TO YOU HERE AT
LACKAWANNA?
The easier question would be who hasn’t been
helpful, because that list would be shorter! From
the custodial staff who allowed me to stay in the
computer lab to finish a paper, to the president
who took the time to talk to me when I had an
issue, everyone has been there to help me in some
way or another.
V I S I T U S AT L A C K AWA N N A . E D U
FRANCISCO ‘16
PRE ALLIED HEALTH
BELLEVILLE, NJ
Lackawanna offers a great number of
majors to choose from, with innovative
curriculum and faculty who are experts
MARA ‘15
in their field. Small class sizes mean that
ACCOUNTING
MOSCOW, PA
EFE ‘16
EDUCATION
SOUTH ABINGTON, PA
you will never be just a number, and
faculty and staff will know you by name.
With this preparation, you will be a better
critical thinker and a better problemsolver. With this foundation, you will find
greater success in your chosen field!
WHAT IS THE BEST PART ABOUT TEACHING AT
LACKAWANNA COLLEGE?
The best part is the opportunity to continue learning.
By viewing my students’ education as a partnership,
I get to learn from their questions, observations, and
discussions.
WHAT SETS LACKAWANNA COLLEGE APART FROM
OTHER SCHOOLS?
One of the most important features of this institution
is the support so many departments provide to the
students. The faculty are fair, understanding, and
supportive of the students. We recognize that many
of our students are going to school, working jobs, and
have family lives outside of the classroom. By treating
our students as people, we live out the College’s
mission every day.
ALICIA BURNS
BUSINESS INSTRUCTOR
30+ DEGREE MAJORS
STUDENT SUPPORT
Lackawanna College has a diverse offering of over
30 associate degree programs, from accounting
to communications, business to liberal studies, or
psychology to sport management. Choose from
traditional day or evening classes, or mix up your
education with online learning. We provide the tools
and resources necessary to balance your life and
academic goals.
We realize that you are an individual and that not
everyone learns in the same way. Lackawanna will
help you succeed, academically and personally, by
providing counseling, career guidance, tutoring, and
other support services, including:
Career Services
Cooperative Education Program
The Counseling Center
Developmental Education
THIS IS
LEARNING
CREATIVELY
SPECIALTY PROGRAMS
In addition to our traditional associate degree
programs, Lackawanna has an incredible array
of specialty programs, including our outstanding
curriculum in Culinary Arts and Hospitality
Management, the nationally-recognized School
of Petroleum & Natural Gas, or any one of our
successful Allied Health programs!
YO U C A N F I N D A C O M P L E T E L I ST O F O U R
D E G R E E & C E R T I F I C AT E P R O G R A M S O N
THE BACK OF THIS VIEWBOOK!
Disability support/mentoring
The Albright Memorial Library
The Self-Learning and Internet Lab
Student Health Center
Student Wellness Program
Math / Reading / Writing Labs
Tutoring (individual & group)
The Writing Center
“MANY OF THE PROFESSORS HERE INSPIRE
ME DUE TO THEIR DRIVE TO SEE US SUCCEED
AS STUDENTS.”
CHASTITY ‘15
CRIMINAL JUSTICE - COUNSELING
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THIS IS
LIFE CHANGING
THIS IS
LIVELY
CULTURE
FALCONS ATHLETICS
Here at Lackawanna, we take pride in our studentathletes. The experiences that we have enhance and
support the individual’s academic development and
personal growth in a program dedicated to quality
and excellence at the NJCAA Division I/II levels.
We also prepare our student-athletes for transfer
to four-year institutions, productive careers, active
and responsible citizenship, and life-long learning.
The Athletic Department emphasizes personal
development, professional preparation, and degree
completion.
RESIDENCE LIFE
WHAT WOULD YOU RECOMMEND
ABOUT LACKAWANNA COLLEGE TO
OTHERS?
It is a good start if you are not particularly
ready for a big university. It is a small
school so all of the teachers know you by
name.
WHO HAS BEEN HELPFUL TO YOU HERE
AT LACKAWANNA?
My coaches - mainly my soccer coach, Dan
Berg. He has helped me numerous times
with just about everything concerning
school and even my personal life.
WHAT OTHER SPORTS DO YOU PLAY?
I play soccer, basketball, and softball at
Lackawanna... and I play ice hockey once
in a while for fun with my sister!
Lackawanna College has a dining hall and three
dormitory housing facilities available for students
who attend the Scranton campus. All rooms
include a bed, desk, chair, closet, central air, wi-fi,
cable, and laundry facilities.
CAMPUS CULTURE
The Scranton campus is also home to Community
Concerts at Lackawanna College, our performing
arts program featuring both nationally-touring and
local productions, concerts, and performances.
STUDENT LIFE
It’s easy to get involved on campus by joining any
one of our clubs and organizations! Lackawanna
sponsors a wide variety of student activities,
including Student Government, Creative Arts,
P.R.I.D.E., and more. Find the full list on the back
cover!
lackawanna.edu/studentlife
THIS IS
A NON-DISCRIMINATION INSTITUTION
Lackawanna College is compliant with all non-discrimination policies and practicies, in accordance with state law, including
the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act; and with Federal Law including Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX
of the Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of
1975, and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. More information regarding these policies can be found in the pamphlet in
the back of this Viewbook.
MEGAN ‘15
SPORT MANAGEMENT
CLARKS SUMMIT, PA
LEGENDARY
COMPETITION
THIS IS THE
NEW MILFORD
LOGICAL
TO WA N D A
H AW L E Y
SCRANTON
CHOICE
HAZLETON
OUR SCRANTON
CAMPUS IS ONLY TWO
HOURS AWAY FROM
NEW YORK CITY &
PHILADELPHIA!
PENNSYLVANIA
S AT E L L I T E L O C AT I O N S
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LIBERAL STUDIES
SCRANTON, PA
FINANCIAL AID
SCHOLARSHIPS
VETERANS BENEFITS
By making every effort to keep
tuition as low as possible,
Lackawanna is one of the most
reasonably-priced private
institutions of higher education
in Pennsylvania. Our Office
of Financial Aid will also help
students identify and apply for
any and all available grants and
aid. See our site for a full list!
In addition to private
scholarships and funding
sources, the College currently
awards scholarships in varying
amounts under a number of
programs available exclusively
to Lackawanna College
students. Athletic scholarships
are also available in accordance
with NJCAA eligibility
requirements.
Veterans Educational Benefits may
be available to eligible students
in addition to financial aid.
Students may qualify for Veterans
Educational Benefits through
several different programs funded
by the Veterans Administration.
Lackawanna College is nationallyrecognized as both a Yellow
Ribbon school and a Military
Friendly college.
lackawanna.edu/scholarships
lackawanna.edu/veterans
lackawanna.edu/financialaid
H OW TO
A P P LY:
STEP 1
Complete the Online Application and
submit the application fee.
STEP 2
Send us a copy of your current high
school transcripts or GED and SAT/ACT
scores if taken. These test scores are
not required for acceptance, but will
be reviewed for both placement and
scholarship award purposes.
STEP 3
Lackawanna College will contact you to
set up your campus visit and required
Admissions Interview.
STEP 4
Complete your placement exam if
applicable (based on SAT/ACT scores).
Lackawanna College’s main campus is in Scranton, Pennsylvania,
but the College also has four satellite centers across Northeastern
Pennsylvania, each offering unique programming.
STEP 5
Complete your FAFSA by May 1 and all
other financial aid paperwork as required
by Lackawanna College.
Lackawanna College also has a 5,000 square-foot facility, which
houses the Envrionmental Education Center.
STEP 6
Receive your official acceptance letter
and a financial aid award.
T R A N S P O R TAT I O N &
A C C O M M O D AT I O N S
STEP 7
Submit your Commitment Fee to the
Admissions Office to finalize the process
and reserve your place for the upcoming
semester.
Lackawanna College is conveniently located near Greyhound and
Martz Trailways bus stations, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International
Airport, and COLTS public bus lines. Additionally, the Scranton
campus is only a few blocks away from the Hilton Scranton &
Conference Center and the Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel.
SCHEDULE A VISIT!
PHONE: 1-877-346-3552
Email: questions@lackawanna.edu
ONLINE: www.lackawanna.edu
Visit our website for more information about Open Houses, Transfer
Days, Express Enrollment Days, and other sessions!
STEP 8
Attend Freshman Orientation! All
new students are required to attend
Freshman Orientation prior to the start
of the semester. Event details will be
mailed directly from Student Affairs at a
date closer to the start of the semester.
Access more in-depth information at:
lackawanna.edu/apply
School Code = 003283
ABOUT LACKAWANNA COLLEGE
Founded in 1894, Lackawanna College
is the premier, private, accredited,
two-year college serving the people of
Northeastern Pennsylvania with a focus
on keeping higher education affordable
and accessible to our immediate
community.
LOCATION
Lackawanna’s main campus is located
in downtown Scranton, but it also has
four satellite centers located in Hawley,
Hazleton, New Milford, and Towanda,
Pennsylvania.
ENROLLMENT
Total Students: 1,500 (apx.)
First-time Freshman: 500 (apx.)
Non-degree Seeking Students: 250 (apx.)
Average GPA: 2.84
President’s List: 100 (apx.)
Dean’s List: 350 (apx.)
TUITION & FINANCIAL AID
Average aid (full-time): $9,698
Average aid (part-time): $6,515
Students Receiving Aid: 99.5%
*PLEASE SEE OUR WEBSITE FOR
CURRENT TUITION AND ROOM & BOARD RATES.
FACULTY
Average Class Size: 14
Student/Faculty Ratio: 16:1
Full-time Faculty Members: 34
FALCONS ATHLETICS
Division: NJCAA Region XIX
Football Conference: Northeast
Student-athletes: 237
Baseball
M
Basketball
M W
Football
M
Golf
M
Soccer
W
Softball
W
Tennis
W
Volleyball
W
CONNECT WITH US
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information and updates!
UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS
Accounting
Aviation Management
Business Administration
Business Studies
Cardiac Sonography (S)
Communication Arts &
Media Technology (S)
Computer Information Systems
Criminal Justice - Counseling
Criminal Justice - Police/Security
Culinary Arts (S)
Diagnostic Medical Sonography (S)
Early Childhood Education (Pre K-4)
Education (4-8) or (8-12)
Emergency Medical Services (S)
Entrepreneurship (S)
Environmental Science (S)
Hospitality Management (L) (S)
Human Services
Liberal Studies
Petroleum & Natural Gas Business Administration (N)
Petroleum & Natural Gas
Compression (N)
Petroleum & Natural Gas
Measurement (N)
Petroleum & Natural Gas
Technology (N)
Physical Therapist Assistant (L)
Pre Allied Health (S)
Psychology (S) (T)
Recreation and Sport Management (L)
Sport Management
Surgical Technology (T)
Sustainable Agriculture (L)
Vascular Sonography (S)
Degrees only offered at these locations:
(S) Scranton
(N) New Milford
(L) Lake Region (H) Hazleton
(T) Towanda
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
Administrative Office Professional
Clerical Office Administration/
Certification
CNC Machinist (1 year)
CNC Training (6 months)
Conservation and Natural Resource Police
Customer Service Training
EMS Academy
Information Management Technician
Information Management with Medical Billing Certification
Medical Billing and Coding Certification
Medical Office Assistant/Clinical
Technician
Medical Office Skills/Clinical Technician
Microsoft Office Specialist Certification
Nurse Aide
Pharmacy Technician
Phlebotomy Lab Technician
SPECIALIZED CERTIFICATES
Paramedic Training
Pre-Employment Training
Police Academy/ACT 120
HONORS PROGRAM
Lackawanna College’s Honors Program
offers specialized courses based on
exploratory learning, service learning
opportunities, interdisciplinary themes,
and research-based projects, and aims
to increase opportunities for students
to transfer to four-year colleges and
universities.
ACCELERATED PART TIME PROGRAM
The APT program allows individuals that
work or have other daily obligations
to obtain an associate degree in the
shortest period of time possible through
day, evening, and online classes.
DUAL ENROLLMENT
Lackawanna offers high school students
the opportunity to gain a head start
on their college careers at a reduced
cost. Students can take courses at one
of Lackawanna’s five locations or at
their own high school campus through
college-sanctioned courses taught by
certified adjunct faculty.
STUDENT ACTIVITIES
The Answer Bible Study Club
Campus Club Coalition
Creative Arts Club
Falcon Ambassador Board
Lackawanna College Veterans in Action
Marketing Club
Multiplicity Diversity Club
Phi Beta Lambda (Business Club)
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Pineapple Club (Culinary & Hospitality)
P.R.I.D.E.
Sazon Con Salsa Dance Club
Student Government Association
Student Wellness Action Team
Volunteers of Lackawanna College
Women’s Empowerment Club