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Inspired by our Catholic and Jesuit mission, this is where uncommon care leads to uncommon excellence. Where "Best of" is our norm. We are called the Royals but have no need for crowns because everyone's individuality is equally valued.

It's what we have in common that makes US so uncommon.

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Named among the friendliest and healthiest universities, with dining and residence halls ranked among the best in the nation, no matter where you’re from, there’s a feeling of belonging and comfort here.

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Robert S. and Marilyn A. Weiss Hall

The nearly 90,000 square-foot center for workforce development, applied research and outreach, located on the 300 block of Madison Avenue, was dedicated Sept. 3, 2025.
The four-story building includes state-of-the-art specialized laboratories, training and education spaces and will be home to two academic departments, student health and wellness. 

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The University of Scranton announced that its Presidential Scholarship Endowment Fund has reached full endowment. The Presidential Scholars Program provides four-year, full-tuition scholarships to incoming first-year students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement and community involvement. The announcement was made Thursday, Oct. 1, at the University’s annual President’s Medal Gala in New York City.
October 02, 2026

Presidential Scholars Program Permanently Endowed, University Announces
The University of Scranton announced that its Presidential Scholarship Endowment Fund has reached full endowment. The Presidential Scholars Program provides four-year, full-tuition scholarships to incoming first-year students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement and community involvement. The announcement was made Thursday, Oct. 1, at the University’s annual President’s Medal Gala in New York City.

As part of the President’s Medal Gala in New York City, the University celebrated the full endowment of its premier scholarship program.

October 05, 2026

Register Now for Living the Mission: A Day of Faith, Reflection and Gratitude

Alumni are invited to return to campus Nov. 14 for a day of faith, reflection, connection and renewed purpose.

October 06, 2026

25 Years of Progress, One Goal: Greater Inclusion for People with Disabilities

As The University of Scranton celebrates 25 years of its U.S. Conference on Disability, longtime supporter and advocate Keith Williams G'09 looks back on the obstacles that have been overcome and the challenges that still face people with disabilities.

October 07, 2026

University Awards President's Medal, Exceeds Fundraising Goal at Black-Tie Gala

The University honored benefactors Robert S. ’68 and Marilyn A. Weiss with its President’s Medal and announced it had raised $30.2 million to fully fund the Presidential Scholarship Endowment Fund.

October 05, 2026

Considering Your Next Degree? A New Podcast at Scranton Can Help.

As 'The Next Degree' podcast's first guest, Caitlyn M. Hollingshead — a three-time graduate of the University —  shares her personal path as a guide for those deciding whether an advanced degree is right for them.

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