<p>Pre-med is strong at Scranton. There are plenty of volunteer and service opportunities available and it is strongly encouraged. There are 3 hospitals within walking distance of campus. They are constructing a new science building with a planned opening of Fall, 2011. Here is a link to their pre-med information [The</a> University of Scranton Programs of Study: Pre-Medical Program](<a href=“http://matrix.scranton.edu/academics/ac_pgm_premedical.shtml]The”>http://matrix.scranton.edu/academics/ac_pgm_premedical.shtml)</p>
<p>Have you visited? How comparable are the costs between Scranton and Pitt after any merit or need based aid?</p>