The University of Scranton: what international applicants need

What are The University of Scranton's application deadlines for 2026–27?

The University of Scranton has 3 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Decision on November 15, 2026, Early Action on November 15, 2026, and Regular Decision on July 26, 2027.

• Early Decision is binding: if you're admitted, you commit to attend and withdraw your other applications.
• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is The University of Scranton's acceptance rate?

81.2% for students who started in fall 2024: The University of Scranton admitted 7,852 of its 9,666 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does The University of Scranton require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

It depends. The University of Scranton requires SAT or ACT scores from some applicants or programs only for 2026–27, and its testing page says which.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Decision deadline (November 15, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is October 3, 2026: scores on October 16, 2026, registration by September 18, 2026 (late registration September 22, 2026).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (July 26, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is June 5, 2027: scores on June 21, 2027, registration by May 21, 2027 (late registration May 25, 2027).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for The University of Scranton?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 570–658 in Math and 590–660 in Reading and Writing (25% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 25–30.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is The University of Scranton's application fee for international students?

The University of Scranton's application fee is $50 for international applicants, while US applicants pay nothing.

Does The University of Scranton accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. The University of Scranton accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does The University of Scranton accept?

The University of Scranton lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, Duolingo English Test, and PTE Academic as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does The University of Scranton accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests The University of Scranton accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does The University of Scranton require?

The University of Scranton requires a counselor recommendation for 2026–27.

• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does The University of Scranton require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. The University of Scranton requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does The University of Scranton have?

22 of The University of Scranton's 3,613 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 0.6%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does The University of Scranton cost for international students?

The University of Scranton's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $53,983, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $17,380. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $74,535 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source