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Lackawanna College
Scranton, Pennsylvania · Private non-profit college · Training programs available:
Address: 501 Vine St, Scranton, PA 18509 · Phone: (570) 961-7810 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Lackawanna College is a private non-profit trade school in Scranton, PA, offering radiology and sonography, medical assistant, and culinary programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
The state average completion rate is 66.2%, though this campus's own completion rate is not reported; median graduate debt is $18,075 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $41,000, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Lackawanna College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 59.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $56,430 | $76,050 | $82,080 |
| Medical assistants | $36,810 | $43,920 | $46,490 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $39,040 | $63,860 | $81,790 |
| Massage therapists | $31,000 | $58,300 | $77,590 |
| Surgical technologists | $47,130 | $62,680 | $72,020 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Pennsylvania (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 34 | $57,728 | $37,208 | $19,000 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 6 | $29,808 | $42,123 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 6 | $29,808 | $42,123 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 5 | $57,728 | $37,208 | $19,000 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Lackawanna College is a private non-profit trade and career training campus located in Scranton, Pennsylvania, in a small-city setting. The school participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students may use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help cover costs. Its accreditation includes the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, along with program-specific accreditors covering occupational therapy, physical therapy, and nursing education. The campus's most-awarded programs are radiology and sonography (34 completions), medical assistant programs (12), and culinary and pastry programs (12), among a total of seven program families offered, including massage therapy and surgical technology.
In terms of outcomes data, the state average completion rate is 66.2%, though this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to that state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt among graduates is $18,075, and median earnings ten years after entry are $41,000, per federal reporting. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 59.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus may suit students pursuing short, focused programs in allied health, culinary arts, or medical support roles, given the program families listed, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Adult learners and career changers considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status directly with the listed accreditors and review detailed outcome figures on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before applying.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Lackawanna College's most-awarded programs are radiology and sonography (34 completions), medical assistant programs (12), and culinary and pastry programs (12), across seven total program families that also include massage therapy and surgical technology.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Lackawanna College is accredited. Its accreditors include the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, along with specialized bodies for occupational therapy, physical therapy, and nursing education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's specific completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate is 66.2%, for reference.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $18,075, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings among graduates are $41,000 ten years after entry, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Lackawanna College is a private non-profit institution, which typically means it reinvests revenue into educational programs rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school at (570) 961-7810 or visit its website for details on specific program durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status with the listed accreditors and review detailed federal outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the school's dedicated page.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers programs in allied health, culinary arts, and related fields, which may appeal to career changers, though specific program lengths and schedule flexibility are not reported here to confirm fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to ask about requirements for specific programs like radiology or medical assisting.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Lackawanna College at (570) 961-7810 or through its website, https://www.lackawanna.edu/, for admissions and application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard link provided to compare completion, debt, and earnings figures across similar institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.