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Carroll University

Waukesha, WI · Private nonprofit · Small city · Website

Carroll University campus
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Admission rate
67%
Accessible
Average net price
$24,205
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
69%
Median earnings
$64,501
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Carroll University is a private nonprofit college in Waukesha, WI with 2,523 undergraduates. It admits 67% of applicants, and admitted students average 1190 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $24,205 per year ($19,942 for families earning under $30,000). 69% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $64,501 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
67%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
5,972
Fall 2023
Admitted
3,488
Fall 2023
Yield
18%
of admitted students enrolled

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

SAT Reading & Writing510–640
200800
SAT Math530–630
200800
ACT Composite21–27
136

What Carroll University looks at

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

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

Cost

Cost of attendance
$55,204
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$40,680

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$19,942
  • $30–48k$18,529
  • $48–75k$19,908
  • $75–110k$24,247
  • $110k+$29,074

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

Outcomes

Graduation rate
69%
Freshman retention
78%
Median earnings
$64,501
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$27,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
2,523
Student–faculty ratio
14:1
Receive Pell grants
29%
  • White70%
  • Hispanic14%
  • Black4%
  • Asian3%

Carroll University FAQ

What is Carroll University's acceptance rate?+

Carroll University admits 67% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Carroll University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 510–640 on SAT Reading and Writing and 530–630 on SAT Math; the average total is 1190.

What ACT score do you need for Carroll University?+

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

Is Carroll University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Carroll University?+

In Fall 2023, 5,972 students applied to Carroll University and 3,488 were admitted; 618 enrolled.

Does Carroll University consider legacy status?+

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

Does Carroll University require an essay?+

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

How much does Carroll University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $55,204 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $24,205.

What is Carroll University's graduation rate?+

69% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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