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Carroll College

Helena, MT · Private nonprofit · Small city · Website

Carroll College campus
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Admission rate
71%
Accessible
Average net price
$26,295
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
68%
Median earnings
$66,371
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Carroll College is a private nonprofit college in Helena, MT with 1,092 undergraduates. It admits 71% of applicants, and admitted students average 1200 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $26,295 per year ($18,430 for families earning under $30,000). 68% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $66,371 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
71%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
1,787
Fall 2023
Admitted
1,298
Fall 2023
Yield
21%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing540–660
200800
SAT Math510–640
200800
ACT Composite21–27
136

What Carroll College looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkNot considered
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$56,907
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$43,070

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$18,430
  • $30–48k$17,844
  • $48–75k$23,047
  • $75–110k$26,634
  • $110k+$29,538

Get a personal estimate with Carroll College's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
68%
Freshman retention
82%
Median earnings
$66,371
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$21,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,092
Student–faculty ratio
12:1
Receive Pell grants
14%
  • White79%
  • Hispanic7%
  • Black1%
  • Asian1%

Carroll College FAQ

What is Carroll College's acceptance rate?+

Carroll College admits 71% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Carroll College?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 540–660 on SAT Reading and Writing and 510–640 on SAT Math; the average total is 1200.

What ACT score do you need for Carroll College?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 21–27.

Is Carroll College test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Carroll College?+

In Fall 2023, 1,787 students applied to Carroll College and 1,298 were admitted; 273 enrolled.

Does Carroll College consider legacy status?+

No. Carroll College reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Carroll College require an essay?+

Carroll College reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Carroll College cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $56,907 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $26,295.

What is Carroll College's graduation rate?+

68% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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