Lackawanna College Amongst Fastest-Growing Colleges
Lackawanna College is ranked as the fastest-growing private, nonprofit college in the United States by the Chronicle of Higher Education on their Fastest-Growing Colleges, 2009-2019 list.
This amazing growth validates that we are meeting the needs of our students, parents, and our communities. Lackawanna College continues to set a standard for providing a high-quality education that’s accessible and meets the growing need for innovative programs that fill in-demand occupations.
— Dr. Jill Murray, Lackawanna College President
Chronicle of Higher Education: Fastest-Growing Colleges, 2009-2019 Ranking
Lackawanna College is ranked as the fastest-growing private, nonprofit college in the nation by the Chronicle of Higher Education on their Fastest-Growing Colleges, 2009-2019 list. The publication displays a Fall 2019 enrollment growth of 33% with students enrolled at a bachelor’s or an associate degree institution compared to 2009.
Growing with New Academic Programs
Lackawanna College is growing fast, which means we’re adding new academic programs. Students graduating from these programs fill in-demand positions and help grow the workforce.
From 2009 to 2019, the College added noteworthy programs:
- The School of Petroleum and Natural Gas
- Lackawanna College Sunbury Center
- Health Sciences degrees in Surgical Technology and Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Bachelor’s degrees in Business, Criminal Justice, and Human Services
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