ICYMI on March 25: Here's What To Expect at Scranton's April 5 Accepted Students Day

This past weekend, visitors to The University of Scranton spent a sunny Saturday on The Commons discovering what their next four years could feel like as Royals. There to greet and guide them every step of the way were members of the campus community  — students, faculty, staff and our University President Rev. Joseph G. Marina, S.J. 

The atmosphere of Accepted Students Day is like no other, designed with the incoming Class of 2029 in mind, our Royals go to great lengths to personalize the experience for each individual. 

Shannon Zottola, vice president for enrollment management, explained what fuels the excitement for this popular University event.

"Accepted Students Day is our premier event of the recruiting cycle and an opportunity for future students to make their first memories as a Royal. They've already been admitted, so the focus shifts to exploring what their next four years could look like—meeting future classmates, connecting with faculty, and getting a feel for the community. It’s a high-energy, high-impact day that often plays a big role in a student’s decision to choose Scranton," said Zottola.

One of the day's student guests confirmed that theory.

"I think it’s just a great community," said Luke Giegerich, an accepted student in the incoming Class of 2029.

Luke attended this past Saturday's event with his father Jack Giegerich '88, who compared his experiences on Saturday with memories from his Royal days in the 1980s.

 "It’s changed significantly - all for the better," said Jack Giegerich '88.

The Giegerich family, shown, attended Accepted Students Day on March 25 with their son Luke, an admitted student in the incoming Class of 2029. "I think it’s just a great community," said Luke Giegerich. 

"What It Means To Be a Royal" 

Zottola attributed the longtime event's success to the campus community.

"It’s our Scranton family that makes this event so successful year after year. It would be impossible to pull off an event of this size and with this much energy without everyone – faculty and staff members, alumni and parent ambassadors, and current students – coming together to show what it means to be a Royal."

The University of Scranton will welcome accepted students and their families to campus for an Accepted Students Day event on Saturday, April 5. Activities will begin at 9 a.m., with check-in starting at 8:15 a.m. Rev. Joseph G. Marina, S.J., University president, will open the events with a President's Welcome Session.  

 Register for the April 5 Accepted Students Day.

Explore Campus and Get Involved

In addition to scheduled sessions, students can take time to explore the University’s vibrant campus and learn more about the opportunities available to them. Highlights will include:

• Discovering campus hotspots: From cozy study lounges to lively student spaces, visitors can explore the best places to meet friends, relax and focus on their studies.

• Sampling award-winning dining options: Students and families can enjoy brunch at the Fresh Food Company on the third floor of the DeNaples Center.

• Learning about student involvement: Students can speak with representatives from more than 100 clubs and organizations to find ways to get involved in campus life.

• Meeting with financial aid representatives: Families can schedule a 15-minute meeting with a Financial Aid representative to discuss tuition, scholarships and financial assistance. Appointments are limited to one per family.

A key component of the event is the involvement of current Scranton students who serve as tour guides, panelists and informal mentors for the day.

Accepted Students Day is an exclusive opportunity for admitted students to explore the University’s academic programs, student life and campus community. The event allows future Royals to meet faculty members, connect with current students and discover the many resources available to them at Scranton.

One distinctive feature of the University of Scranton's Accepted Students Day is the opportunity for attendees to customize their experience. Whether students wish to focus on academic programs, residence life or extracurricular opportunities, there is something for everyone. 

Students and their families will have access to a variety of events, including campus tours, faculty meetings, and presentations on student life. The schedule includes:

• 9 - 9:45 a.m.: President’s welcome

• 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Meetings with the Admissions team

• 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Campus tours (departing every 10 minutes)

• 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Faculty and Academic Department visits

• 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.: "The Student Experience" presentations

• 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Residence Hall tours

How to Register

Students who have been accepted to The University of Scranton are encouraged to register as soon as possible to secure their spot at one of the two Accepted Students Day events.

Find additional details and register at this link.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience Scranton's welcoming community and take the next step toward becoming a Royal!

Greeted by Gracie! The Royal pup of Rev. Joseph G. Marina, S.J., University president, welcomes visitors at the March 25 Accepted Students Day event. Keep up with the adventures of the adorable bernedoodle Gracie — short for Sr. Mary Grace Lasagna — on Instagram @gracietheroyalpup.