Johnson College accepts qualified students regardless of race, religion, disability or national origin. Admission to Johnson College is based on an evaluation of the applicant’s desire, ability, and potential for success. Applicants will be judged not only on their scholastic achievement and abilities, but also on their intellectual, physical, emotional and behavioral capacities to meet the essential requirements of the school’s curriculum. The College reserves the right to deny admission or readmission to any student if, in the opinion of the College authorities, their admission is not in the best interest of the student or the College. At a minimum, applicants must have a high school diploma, or its equivalent.
Applicants are encouraged to arrange for a campus visit and a personal information session with a Recruitment Advisor. Appointments may also be made to meet with appropriate faculty and current students.
Admission Process
- Complete the application. Students can apply online at www.johnson.edu.
- Once the online application is submitted, the applicant must have the following items sent to the Enrollment Office:
- Official High School Transcripts from every high school attended or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
- If applicable, an official copy of Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or American College Test (ACT) Scores
- If applicable, an official transcript from each post-secondary institution attended
- It is strongly recommended that all applicants provide their Recruitment Advisor with any items they believe will provide them with the best opportunity for acceptance (resume, letters of recommendation, certifications, etc.)
Note: Admission Requirements for each program area are found on the Enrollment webpage. Health and Animal Science Programs may require additional documentation.
All documents may be submitted to:
Johnson College
ATTN: Enrollment
3427 North Main Ave.
Scranton, PA 18508
enroll@johnson.edu
- The applicant is encouraged to schedule a campus visit, shadow day, or attend an open house event.
Criminal Background Check / Drug and Alcohol Screening
All academic programs of study, clinical practicums and internships, as well as potential employers, may require students to complete a criminal background check, child abuse clearance, fingerprinting, and/or drug screening. Johnson College is not responsible for the decisions or actions of other institutions or organizations that may result from a student’s failure of a drug screening or background check. Students who fail to report the results of these incidents to the College may be subject to disciplinary action.
The results of a criminal background check will not necessarily preclude admission to Johnson College; however, students may not be able to complete their chosen academic program.
Non-Matriculation
A non-matriculating (non-degree seeking) student is a student who is taking courses at Johnson College without being formally admitted into a degree or certificate program. Non-matriculating students are limited to a maximum of 9 credits total. Students wishing to obtain more than 9 credits must receive approval from the program director. Enrollment as a non-matriculating student does not imply admission to the college.
Non-matriculating students do not follow admissions requirements and are not required to take placement testing. This status is most suited for students seeking personal enrichment, learning/upgrading job skills, seeking degree requirements for another institution, or enhancing a future application for admission into a program of study. A student wishing to become a matriculating (degree seeking) student must follow the admissions requirements and gain acceptance into a degree/certificate program.
For further information regarding registration for non-matriculating students, please contact the Enrollment Office at enroll@johnson.edu.
Dual Enrollment
As defined by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, “dual enrollment, referred to as ‘concurrent enrollment’ in the School Code, is an effort by the Commonwealth to encourage a broader range of students to experience post-secondary coursework and its increased academic rigor, while still in the supportive environment of their local high school. The intent is to increase the number of students that go on to post-secondary education and to decrease the need for remedial coursework at post-secondary institutions.”
It is a “locally administered program that allows a secondary student to concurrently enroll in post-secondary courses and to receive college credit for that coursework. The local programs are run through partnerships between school entities and eligible post-secondary institutions.” For information about dual enrollment opportunities, please contact the Enrollment Office at enroll@johnson.edu.
Industry Fast Track
The Industry Fast Track (IFT) program is a joint partnership with area school districts and Johnson College. Industry Fast Track offers high school students an opportunity to enroll simultaneously in secondary and post-secondary coursework at Johnson College. Students will remain enrolled full-time at their high school while attending classes at Johnson College.
The number of Johnson College credits an IFT student can enroll in each academic term is dependent on course availability and the student’s term and career GPA at Johnson College.
- At least 2 program (non-general education/core career) courses will be available to IFT students each term (either online or in-person).
• When a student’s term and career GPA is 3.0 or better they can register for any number of credits per academic term.
• When a student’s term or career GPA is between 2.0 and 2.99, they can register for up to 12 credits the following academic term.
• When a student’s term or career GPA is below a 2.0, they are placed on academic probation, can register for up to 6 credits the following academic term, and must earn at least a 3.0 GPA the following academic term to stay in the program.
- At least 2 program (non-general education/core career) courses will be available to IFT students each term (either online or in-person).
SOAR (Students Occupationally and Academically Ready)
SOAR stands for Students Occupationally and Academically Ready. SOAR programs articulate skills and tasks gained at the high school level to course credit earned in a post-secondary degree, diploma or certificate program.
SOAR programs can help students:
• Prepare for entering the job market with college and career ready skills
• Choose the best career pathway
• Save money on college tuition
• Save time by not duplicating coursework in college
Qualified SOAR students are eligible to apply for credits up to 16 months after their high school graduation date. The deadline for an entering student at Johnson College to submit their SOAR paperwork is August 1 for the fall term or December 1 for the spring term. If SOAR credits are awarded they will be placed on the student transcript with a letter grade of “T”.
In order for SOAR credits to be evaluated by the Office of the Registrar, the SOAR Documentation Checklist should be fully completed and sent from the Enrollment Office to the Office of the Registrar. The documents needed to complete the checklist are as follows:
- Official high school transcript with GPA of 2.75 or higher
- High school diploma
- Perkins Statewide Articulation Agreement Coversheet
- Perkins Secondary Competency Task Listwith the signature of the student’s high school technical instructor
- Pennsylvania Skills Certificate or the Pennsylvania Certificate of Competency earned in the student’s technical program
More information can be found at: https://www.pacollegetransfer.com/PASOAR/tabid/4498/Default.aspx
Pre-Employment Transition Service (PETS) Program
The PETS program is a paid employment transition opportunity for high school students with an open case with the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation who have a post-secondary goal of employment. PETS allows students to train for potential full-time employment. The training period is flexible based on the student’s skill level and career interest in Warehouse Associate positions at the Hazleton Campus.
Readiness in Skilled Employment (RISE) Program
RISE helps individuals rise and improve their socioeconomic standing by gaining skills that help them qualify for skilled employment. RISE is a program like no other for individuals seeking a life-changing job opportunity. This workforce development program is available to Pennsylvania’s Lackawanna and Luzerne County residents and offers much more than technical training. RISE participants will receive career coaching, assistance with gaining soft skills, and a range of support along the way to ensure academic success and job placement.
Stress, health, and money are just some of the barriers that can impact participation and commitment to earning an education. RISE helps to remove those barriers. This program assists participants with transportation, childcare, housing, technology, and language, to name a few. By providing pathways to earning a family-sustaining wage, RISE helps to break the cycle of poverty and paves the way for future generations to succeed.
Parent Pathways of NEPA
https://parentpathwaysofnepa.org/
Parent Pathways of Northeastern Pennsylvania (NEPA) is a multi-sector collaborative that includes higher education, social and community services, and youth development to help fight poverty. This holistic approach removes barriers for parents so they can advance their education. Parent Pathways of NEPA guides parents out of poverty through access to higher education and family-sustaining professional careers. Families are empowered to learn, thrive, and succeed; two generations at a time. The program drives equitable access to higher education for student parents in a collaborative place where empathy and empowerment meet.