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Johnson College

Scranton, Pennsylvania Β· City: SmallOfficial Website β†—

#1320
Nationally
#71
In Pennsylvania
96%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 80%
$18,408
Annual Tuition
per year
621
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
53/100
Good
#1320 nationally
#71 in Pennsylvania
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes50
πŸ’°Affordability71
πŸ“šAcademic Environment6
πŸ”¬Program Breadth51

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Johnson College is a private nonprofit two-year community college located in Scranton, Pennsylvania. With 621 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 96%, the institution is considered accessible. Annual tuition is $18,408, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $15,514 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate96%↓ Below avg
National avg: 80%
314
Applied
303
Admitted
232
Enrolled
SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)
SAT Reading480 – 570
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
SAT Math470 – 570
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$18,408/yr
Room & Board$1,500/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$22,233/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$18,408↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$15,514
$30,001 – $48,000$16,883
$48,001 – $75,000$20,320
$75,001 – $110,000$23,397
Over $110,000$25,668
Student Body
621
Total Undergrads
20% F / 80% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 71%
Hispanic 8%
Black 6%
Asian 1%
Two or more 2%
Native / Other 1%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($18,408/yr) is well below the national average for private nonprofit colleges
  • βœ“Open admissions policy (96% acceptance rate) β€” accessible to a wide range of students
  • βœ“Reasonable room and board costs at $1,500/yr
  • βœ“Small campus environment (621 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Data on some metrics is not yet available β€” contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students seeking an accessible path to a college degree, students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationScranton, Pennsylvania
SettingCity: Small
SizeUnder 1,000
Affordability Spotlight
$15,514
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#71
in Pennsylvania out of 7+ colleges
#1320
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.