Overview
Founded in 2008 as The Commonwealth Medical College, the school was established to address physician shortages in northeastern Pennsylvania and became affiliated with Geisinger Health System in 2017, adopting its current name in 2021. It is known for its community-based medical education model, emphasizing regional clinical partnerships rather than a single teaching hospital, and for its mission-driven focus on primary care and rural health. The school has grown into a respected regional institution offering MD, biomedical sciences, and other graduate health programs.
At a Glance
| Type | Private |
| Location | Scranton, Pennsylvania |
| Founded | 2008 |
| Total students | 500 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 5:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 8% |
| Graduation rate | 95% |
| Average starting salary | $65,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $61,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $61,000 |
| Room & board | $14,000 |
| Average financial aid | $40,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 85% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.60 |
| Regular deadline | December 15 |
Top Programs
- Medicine (MD)
- Biomedical Sciences (MBS)
- Physician Assistant Studies
- Applied Molecular Biology
- Rural and Community Health
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.