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, his/her 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.
To begin the admission process, complete an application online. The application is free, no fee waiver is needed.
Once your 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) (GED policy below)
- If applicable, an official copy of Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or American College Test (ACT) Scores
- 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.)
- Based on information provided will determine if a placement test is needed.
Note: Health Science Programs will require additional documentation. Please see program webpages for details.
The documents may be emailed as attachments to enroll@johnson.edu or mailed to Johnson College, ATTN: Enrollment, 3427 North Main Avenue, Scranton PA 18508.
Although it is not required, an official transcript from each post-secondary institution you attended is recommended to be submitted. College transcripts may be emailed as attachments to registrar@johnson.edu or mailed to Johnson College, ATTN: Registrar’s Office, 3427 North Main Avenue, Scranton PA 18508.
The applicant is encouraged to schedule a campus visit, shadow day, or attend an open house event.
Non-Discrimination Policy
Johnson College does not discriminate with regard to race, color, creed, age, national or ethnic origin, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, including a transgender identity, genetics, veteran status, or ancestry in the administration of its educational and admission policies, scholarship, loan, athletic and other school administered programs, or employment practices in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, or any other legally protected category. For information regarding civil rights and grievance procedures, contact the Title IX Coordinator of Johnson College, 3427 North Main Avenue, Scranton, PA 18508; (570) 702-8944.