Graduate Admissions

Thank you for your interest in pursuing a graduate program here at The University of Scranton! We strive to make this admissions process as easy as possible. Please select your program choice below to access the appropriate application for admission.

Some programs may require specific application documents and/or deadlines. Be sure to reference our Graduate Programs page for additional information.

Campus-based Graduate Degree Programs Application

The University of Scranton is dedicated to academic excellence and engagement. Our campus-based graduate programs provide students with the opportunity to interact with the campus community and embrace the hallmarks of a traditional education.

Our on-campus master and doctoral level programs include Accountancy, Biochemistry, Business Administration, Business Analytics, Chemistry, Clinical Chemistry, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling, Doctor of Nursing Practice, Executive Nurse Leadership, Family Nurse Practitioner, Finance, Health Administration, Nurse Anesthesia, Ph.D. in Accounting, School Counseling, Secondary Education, Special Education and Software Engineering

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In addition to the application, you must submit:

Official academic transcripts* from every college/university attended
Three professional letters of recommendation from individuals who can evaluate your ability to perform graduate level coursework

Some programs may require additional application requirements. This information can be found within the program specific pages and will be updated on your application checklist upon application submission.

*Due to the ongoing pandemic, electronic delivery of transcripts is preferred. Please be sure to request that your transcript(s) and any other supplemental materials are forwarded to:

Email: gradadmissions@scranton.edu

Via United States Postal Service:

The University of Scranton

Office of Graduate & International Admissions - The Estate

800 Linden Street

Scranton, PA 18510

Phone: (570) 941-4416

Via FedEx/DHL:

The University of Scranton

Office of Graduate & International Admissions - The Estate

Rear 223 Monroe Avenue

Scranton, PA 18510

Online Graduate Degree Programs Application

We understand the challenges of a graduate student's schedule and how it can make it difficult to attend classes in the traditional classroom setting. If you require flexibility in your schedule, The University of Scranton offers many online graduate programs.

Search Program Application

To begin the application process, please choose your intended program.

In addition to the application, you must submit:

Official academic transcripts from every college/university attended
Three professional letters of recommendation from individuals who can evaluate your ability to perform graduate level coursework

Some programs may require additional application requirements. Please review your intended program's page in the program directory.

*If you have any questions regarding our Applied Behavior Analysis programs (MS & Post Graduate Certificate), please contact our Office of Graduate Admissions via phone (570) 941-4416 or email.

Non-Degree Students Application (On-Campus & Online)

Applicants who do not intend to pursue a particular graduate degree or certificate at this time, but would like to take courses for personal growth and/or professional development may seek admission as a non-degree student.

To apply as a non-degree seeking student for ON-CAMPUS coursework, please complete the free, online Non-Degree-Seeking Application.

In addition to the application, you will have to submit the following:

Self-Improvement Applicants:
- Official copy of your final bachelor's degree transcript as well as an official copy of any other transcripts showing post-baccalaureate work undertaken
Transfer of Credit to Another Institution Applicants:
- Written approval from the dean, registrar or other authorized administrator of your home graduate school verifying your status as a student in good standing at that institution.

To apply as a non-degree seeking student for ONLINE coursework, please view our online admissions page. This includes detailed information on requirements, in addition to how to apply as a visiting or transfer student. Information for the Jesuit MBA Network can also be found on this webpage

Physical Therapy Centralized Application Service (PTCAS)

The Physical Therapy department at The University of Scranton participates in the Physical Therapist Centralized Application Service, known as PTCAS. To access and learn more about the PTCAS application process, please visit the PTCAS website.

Please submit all application documents directly to PTCAS.

Official transcripts from all colleges or universities attended;
Three professional letters of recommendation from individuals who can evaluate your ability to perform graduate work;
Statement of intentions
Pre-requisite courses must be completed with a grade of C or better:
- Biology with labs – 2 courses, 8 credits minimum
- General Chemistry with labs – 2 courses, 8 credits minimum
- General Physics with Labs-2 courses, 8 credits minimum
- Mammalian/Human Physiology – 1 course, 3 credits minimum
- General Psychology – 1 course, 3 credits minimum
- Advanced Psychology (Childhood, Adolescence, Aging or Abnormal Psychology) – 1 course, 3 credits minimum
- Statistics – 1 course, 3 credits minimum

Communication Science and Disorders Centralized Application Service (CSDCAS)

The MS in Speech-Language Pathology at The University of Scranton participates in the Communication Science and Disorders Centralized Application Service, known as CSDCAS. To access and learn more about the CSDCAS application process, please visit the CSDCAS website.

All materials pertaining to the application will be submitted through CSDCAS. Required elements of the CSDCAS application will include timed video and written responses. Applications must be verified by 11:59 PM ET on February 1^st. Applications can only be verified once all payments, transcripts, and letters of evaluation have been received. To ensure your application is verified on time, try to complete your application at least four weeks before the deadline.

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