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Carleton College

Carleton College is a small, private institution located in Northfield, mn. Founded in 1866, Carleton College offers undergraduate degrees in 35 majors.

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Key stats

4 Year, Private
Division 3
2,128 undergraduates
$65,457 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Carleton College? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

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Acceptance rate 20.4%
SAT score average 1517
ACT score average 34
Average high school GPA N/A
Application fee $0.00
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Key deadlines

November
15
59 days away Early Decision date

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January
15
120 days away Application deadline date

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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Carleton College is known for one of its top majors: Computer Science. Their student-faculty ratio is 8:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
8 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Computer Science and Information Technology
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Mathematics and Statistics
Public Policy and Administration
Social Sciences and Psychology
Business and Management
Arts, Design, and Humanities

Popular majors

Computer Science
Biology, General
Mathematics
International Relations and National Security Studies
Research and Experimental Psychology
Economics
History

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $65,457
Additional expenses
Room & board $16,710
Books & supplies $938
Other expenses $1,788
Cost of attendance* $84,893
Average financial aid package $68,956
Estimated cost $15,937 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $65,457
Additional expenses
Room & board $16,710
Books & supplies $938
Other expenses $1,788
Cost of attendance* $84,893
Average financial aid package $68,956
Estimated cost $15,937 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? Carleton College has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,128, with gender binary students split 50% male and 50% female.

Total enrollment

2,128

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
51%
African American %
6%
Hispanic American %
10%
Asian %
10%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
9%
Unknown %
14%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Carleton College, students love their CANOE (Carleton Association of Nature and Outdoor Enthusiasts), student athletes compete in Division 3 sports, and freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

One North College Street, Northfield, MN 55057
5076464000
https://www.carleton.edu/

Popular clubs & activities

Canoe (carleton association of nature and outdoor enthusiasts)

First generation

Carleton juggling f.i.s.h.

Whims (women in math and science)

Asian athletics association

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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 3
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Carleton College to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Carleton College?

Carleton College is located in Northfield, mn.

What is the acceptance rate at Carleton College? 

The acceptance rate for Carleton College is 20%.

What’s the average GPA for Carleton College?

The average high school GPA for Carleton College students was N/A.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Carleton College?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Carleton College including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $339,572.

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