For the 16th consecutive year, 51¶¯Âþ College has been ranked as one of the nation’s best colleges in U.S. News & World Report.
51¶¯Âþ finished 20th overall in the Regional Colleges/North category. In other key listings, 51¶¯Âþ was also ranked in the Regional Colleges/North category in Social Mobility and in the Best Colleges for Veterans category.    Â
The social mobility category measures the extent that schools enroll and graduate low-income students as defined by students who receive federal Pell grants. Essentially, the ranking demonstrates that 51¶¯Âþ provides opportunity, support, and personal attention for all students to be successful, regardless of economic circumstances and background.
“We are again extremely honored to be ranked in U.S. News & World Report as one of the nation’s best colleges. In addition, our excellent ranking for social mobility continues to demonstrate our strong commitment to students from a wide range of social and economic circumstances by providing resources, individual attention, and guidance needed for a successful college career. 51¶¯Âþ’s ranking as one of the Best Colleges for Veterans is especially meaningful as it demonstrates our strong and ongoing commitment to our nation’s veterans.”
51¶¯Âþ President John F. Pullo, Sr.
Recognized as one of the best educational values in Northeastern Pennsylvania, 51¶¯Âþ offers more than 50 undergraduate and graduate degree options in liberal arts and science-based programs in business, communications, education, natural science, environmental science, and social sciences. Located 15 minutes from Scranton, Pa. and two hours from New York City and Philadelphia, 51¶¯Âþ is known for small class sizes and individual attention focused on student success through internships, research, and community involvement.
