Clarks Summit University closing due to financial issues
SOUTH ABINGTON TWP., LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Clarks Summit University (CSU) officials announced their doors will be closing due to financial problems.
According to a post on the Clarks Summit University’ Facebook’s website, due to financial circumstances, Clarks Summit University’s Board of Trustees has decided to begin the process of closure.
Clarks Summit University, including Baptist Bible Seminary, will not be offering classes starting in the Fall of 2024.
CSU has been open since 1932 and the university was founded during the Great Depression.
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University officials stated in part regarding the closure;
The Board of Trustees and employees have worked to overcome the most recent challenges and have exhausted every viable solution to bridge a significant financial gap. Despite all efforts, the financial gap remains.
CSU is committed to helping students navigate this decision as they seek to smoothly transition to another university to continue their education.
A teach-out plan is available for students presently enrolled in summer session courses, courses will continue until completion.
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For further information head over the Clarks Summit University website.
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