Highly selective — strong graduate outcomes
Carleton College is a private institution in Northfield with particular strength in computer science and biology. With an average SAT of 1491, the school attracts a competitive applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 2K undergraduates with a 8:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
91% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $75,525 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $27,320.
Established
1866
Motto
Declaratio Sermonum Tuorum Illuminat
Type
Private liberal arts college
Conference
NCAA Division III ranks
Division
Division III
22%Acceptance
1491SAT Avg
2,019Students
8:1Student:Faculty
91%Grad Rate
$75,525Earnings 10yr
$27,320Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate22.3%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1491
Reading & WritingMid: 729
710760
MathMid: 750
720790
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 33
3234
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$65,457
Room & Board$16,710
Books & Supplies$938
Total Cost of Attendance$81,350
Average Net Price$27,320
Median Debt at Graduation$16,750
Monthly Payment (10yr)$178
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$12,069
$30–48K$11,350
$48–75K$10,999
$75–110K$17,900
$110K+$41,028
Programs (36)
Student Body
Undergrads
2,019
Gender Split
51% / 49%
Women / Men
First Generation
16%
Pell Grant Recipients
14%
Race & Ethnicity
White 52%
Black 7%
Hispanic 10%
Asian 10%
Two+ 9%
Int'l 10%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate91.2%
Freshman Retention95.9%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$53,989
8 Years$70,720
10 Years$75,525
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$57,900
Men
$77,300
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Knights
Rankings
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia