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Wilkes University

university, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, United States
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Wilkes University is a private university located in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. It was founded in 1933 and offers undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, including arts, sciences, business, and engineering. The university is part of the larger Wilkes-Barre metropolitan area, situated along the Susquehanna River in northeastern Pennsylvania. Wilkes-Barre itself has a history dating back to the late 18th century, with early growth fueled by the coal industry before diversifying into manufacturing. The city is also home to other educational institutions, including King's College and a campus of Pennsylvania State University.123

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