Scranton (Kania) vs Temple Fox
Which MBA program is right for you?
Scranton (Kania)
Temple Fox
Head-to-Head Comparison
| Metric | Scranton (Kania) | Temple Fox |
|---|---|---|
| Ranking | #150 | #57 |
| Acceptance Rate | 82% | 50% |
| Avg. GMAT | 510 | 622 |
| Avg. GPA | 3.2 | 3.35 |
| Class Size | 25 | 56 |
| Avg. Salary | $68,000 | $100,000 |
| Employment Rate | 78% | 85% |
| Annual Tuition | $22,000 | $30,000 |
The Verdict
Choose Scranton (Kania) if…
you want a small Jesuit MBA with healthcare management focus and low cost of living in northeastern PA.
Full Scranton (Kania) Profile →Choose Temple Fox if…
you want a higher-ranked program (#67 vs #148) in Philadelphia with broader industry access and stronger career outcomes.
Full Temple Fox Profile →Why People Compare These Two
Both are Pennsylvania MBA programs, but they occupy different tiers. Temple Fox (#67) in Philadelphia is a top-70 program in a major metro. Scranton Kania (#148) in Scranton is a small Jesuit MBA in a much smaller market. The ranking gap (81 positions) reflects significant differences in career outcomes, employer access, and program resources.
The Honest Take
Temple Fox is the stronger MBA by every quantifiable metric. Philadelphia's job market, employer network, and alumni base are far larger than Scranton's. Scranton wins for students who want a small-cohort Jesuit experience with healthcare management training and prefer northeastern PA's low cost of living. For career outcomes, Temple is worth the Philadelphia cost premium.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is higher ranked?
Temple Fox (#67) outranks Scranton Kania (#148) by 81 positions.
Which is more affordable to attend?
Scranton's tuition plus Scranton's extremely low cost of living make it the cheaper overall experience. Temple in Philadelphia costs more in tuition and living expenses.
Which has better career outcomes?
Temple Fox, by a significant margin. Philadelphia's job market provides access to employers that Scranton's smaller market can't match.