University of Scranton

The University of Scranton is a private Jesuit university in Scranton, Pennsylvania. It was founded in 1888 by William O'Hara, the first Bishop of Scranton, as St. Thomas College.^[2] In 1938, the college became a university.^[3]

University of Scranton

Former names	St. Thomas College (1888–1938)
Motto	Religio Mores Cultura (Latin)
Motto in English	"Religion, Morals, Culture"
Type	Private university
Established	1888; 137 years ago (1888)
Religious affiliation	Catholic (Jesuit)
Academic affiliation	AJCU ACCU NAICU CIC
Endowment	$319,717,006 (2024)[1]
President	Joseph G. Marina
Academic staff	304
Students	5,422
Undergraduates	3,910
Postgraduates	1,512
Location	Scranton, Pennsylvania , U.S. 41.405°N 75.655°W / 41.405; -75.655
Campus	Urban, 58 acres (23.5 ha)
Colors	Purple & white
Nickname	Royals / Lady Royals
Sporting affiliations	NCAA Division III - LC
Mascot	Iggy the Royal Wolf
Website	scranton.edu

In 1942, the Society of Jesus took control of the university.^[4]