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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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Weiss Hall - Center for Workforce Development

Construction is well underway of a nearly 90,000 square-foot center for workforce development, applied research and outreach, located on the 300 block of Madison Avenue. 

The four-story building will include specialized laboratories, training and education spaces and will be home to two academic departments, student health and wellness. Construction is expected to be completed in the summer of 2025.

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The University of Scranton’s undergraduate commencement ceremony happened Sunday, May 18, at Mohegan Arena at Casey Plaza, Wilkes-Barre Township. The Class of 2025 features more than 725 graduates spanning 59 majors and 17 states. Honorary degrees were conferred upon Scranton graduates Jacquelyn Dionne ’89 and Monsignor Joseph G. Quinn, J.D., J.C.L., ’72.
May 18, 2025

Scranton Holds Undergraduate Commencement
The University of Scranton’s undergraduate commencement ceremony happened Sunday, May 18, at Mohegan Arena at Casey Plaza, Wilkes-Barre Township. The Class of 2025 features more than 725 graduates spanning 59 majors and 17 states. Honorary degrees were conferred upon Scranton graduates Jacquelyn Dionne ’89 and Monsignor Joseph G. Quinn, J.D., J.C.L., ’72.

Seventeen states and 59 majors are represented in The University of Scranton’s Class of 2025.

May 18, 2025

Master’s, Doctoral Degrees Conferred at Commencement

The University of Scranton awarded 550-plus master’s and doctoral degrees to the Class of 2025.

May 13, 2025

Scranton, Widener Commonwealth Law to Partner

High-achieving Scranton students will have the opportunity to take advantage of an efficient and cost-effective “3+3” law school partnership.

May 12, 2025

Heartfelt Messages Highlight Arrupe Awards

The 2025 Arrupe Award was presented to Rev. Richard Clifford, S.J., a priest and biblical scholar at Boston College.

May 12, 2025

Scranton Students Join Honor Societies

Hundreds representing The University of Scranton took their place this spring among the nation's highest-achieving students.

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June 06, 2025

Reunion 2025
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