Johnson College
School Notes Overview:
The mission of Johnson college is to provide a foundation of education and skills necessary for specialized employment, career advancement and life long learning. ...
School Overview:
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| County | Lackawanna County, PA | - |
| Title IV Eligible | YES | Yes |
| Institution Level | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control | Private, non-profit | Public |
| Full-Time Undergraduate | 361 students | 1,020 students |
| Part-Time Undergraduate | 10 students | 1,444 students |
| Total Enrollment | 371 students | 2,213 students |
| Total Dormitory Capacity | 34 students | 229 students |
| Tuition | 13,500 | - |
| Tuition Notes | 2008-09 Academic Yea | - |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 75% | 78% |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants | 42% | 46% |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received | $4,050 | $2,845 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants | 57% | 29% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received | $3,500 | $1,273 |
| % Students Receiving Institutional Grants | 23% | 12% |
| Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received | $1,000 | $1,146 |
| % Students Receiving Loans | 75% | 38% |
| Avg. Amount Of Loan Received | $6,625 | $3,129 |
School Notes:
- Johnson College is a private, two-year college, offering 12 degree programs of study, focuses on providing students with the technical skills and general education needed to succeed in a demanding, industry-driven world.
- Since its founding in 1918 as a trade school, over the years it has evolved to college status. Its programs remain current as a result of keeping up with ever-changing technology. An experienced, dedicated faculty brings years of industrial experience into the classroom from the world of work. The average student to faculty ratio is 17/1 allowing for a more personalized learning environment.
- Johnson college is located on the 65-acre campus are classrooms, laboratories, administrative offices, and student housing units. A library, clinic, cafeteria, student center, exercise room, and gymnasium are facilities provided to compliment the students' college experience.
- Johnson college is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT).
- Profile last updated: 08/22/2008.
In the News:
- Ashworth leads the University of Scranton past Kean in men's basketball opener (The Scranton Times-Tribune)
posted on November 18, 2009 at 11:01:26 am
Zach Ashworth scored a game-high 21 points and the University of Scranton had three other players score in double figures in a 73-64 season-opening men's basketball win over Kean University on Tuesday at the John Long Center. Eli Londo added 14 points an - Scranton men's basketball turning to unproven players (The Scranton Times-Tribune)
posted on November 15, 2009 at 09:18:02 am
Although the University of Scranton men's basketball team lost four seniors to graduation, this is not necessarily a rebuilding season for the Royals. Twelve letterwinners are back for coach Carl Danzig. All many of them are lacking is experience. "We've - Johnson College gets grant for weatherization training (The Citizens' Voice)
posted on November 13, 2009 at 09:19:57 am
Johnson gets training grant SCRANTON - Johnson College has received $132,000 in federal stimulus money to provide weatherization training. The money is part of $1.1 million Pennsylvania received in federal American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funds to - School Notes 11/9/2009 (The Scranton Times-Tribune)
posted on November 9, 2009 at 11:26:55 am
Abington Heights Junior Ashley Blasi is looking for a few good cell phones. As president of Students Against Destructive Decisions at the high school, she is in charge of the annual cell phone collection drive. All donated phones will be sent to a wirele - Business Briefcase: Calendar listing - Nov. 8, 2009 (The Scranton Times-Tribune)
posted on November 8, 2009 at 09:23:31 am
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday: Johnson College will hold a 10-hour OSHA General Industry Safety and Health Training each evening from 6 to 9:45 at the campus, 3427 N. Main Ave., Scranton. Cost is $200 per person or $175 for Johnson College alumni. To regist
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