Welcome to the
High School Scholars Program
Webpage

Offered to rising juniors and seniors who have demonstrated strong achievement in high school, The University of Scranton High School Scholars Program gives local students the chance to earn college credits at a greatly reduced rate. Courses are the same as those offered to college students, giving high school students an opportunity to experience college level work before their first year.

Eligibility and Requirements

• Local high school students who have completed their sophomore or junior year with a minimum of a 3.3 (B+) grade point average.
• Students may take one course each term – Fall, Spring, Summer I, Summer II – until they graduate from high school.
• Students may enroll for a maximum of 3 credits per session. Individual exceptions may be made if GPA/SAT scores substantiate the request.
• Registrations will be processed on a space available basis. Students will be responsible for tuition and applicable fees.
• Successfully completed courses (C or better) are given University of Scranton credits, typically 3 credits per course, and are accepted towards a degree at The University of Scranton.
• Courses may be taken for credit at a special tuition rate of $175 per credit (over 80% less than the regular tuition rate).

Applying to the Program

In order to apply for the High School Scholars Program, students must submit a completed application consisting of an official high school transcript, a course-specific recommendation from the high school guidance counselor, PSAT/SAT scores (if available) and a $20.00 application fee. To obtain an application, please contact the Office of Admissions.

Students enrolled in the High School Scholars Program for the Fall or Spring terms must update their High School Scholars applications with a new transcript, SAT scores (if available) and registration form in order to be able to register for High School Scholars classes in the summer term.

Applications are available here and also through your guidance office.

You can do a course search to check the availability of classes.

Important Information

Courses available are tentative and typical freshman-level courses. The current University of Scranton undergraduate catalog includes details regarding curricular requirements for University of Scranton degree programs and should be referenced to see how courses will apply towards a student’s anticipated major. The courses available during the High School Scholars program generally transfer to other regionally accredited colleges and universities; however, The University of Scranton cannot guarantee transferability. The University of Scranton also reserves the right to cancel any class at any time.

Contact information:

Coordinator of the High School Scholars Program
Jeanne Ruane
Assistant Director of Admissions
College of Graduate & Continuing Education
(570) 941-4285
Fax: (570) 941-5995
ruanej2@scranton.edu

College of Graduate and Continuing Education
The University of Scranton
O'Hara Hall, Room 228
Scranton, PA 18510