Carroll University
Carroll University is a selective liberal arts college located Waukesha, Wisconsin, with an affiliation to the Presbyterian Church. Established in 1846, Carroll University was the first 4-year higher learning institution in the state and began with only 5 students and 2 professors. Now offering more than 95 majors across their three colleges for more than 3,000 students, all programs are embedded with the Pioneer Core, Carroll's innovative general education curriculum, which has a heavy emphasis on cross-cultural education.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Presbyterian Church (USA)
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Small city
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
No
Admitted Student Stats
22%
Submitting ACT
6%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 23
Average SAT Composite: 1162
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
3,283
Total Number of Undergrads
2,771
Classroom Sizes
0
100
61%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
70%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
14:1
US National: 21:1Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $37,230 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $37,230 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $13,340 |
| Books and Supplies | $1324 |
Aid & Grants
0
100
84%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
23%
Average Aid Per Year
$23,933
23%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$2,397
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$20,557
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
65%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$8,419
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$23,250
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$258
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Student Organizations
52
Size of Town
Small city
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Housing
0
100
51%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Pioneers
School Colors
orange and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
College Conference of Illinois and Wisc
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$47,000
What Students Are Saying
Carroll University is a safe small community where everyone is welcomed and fits in. With challenging academic rigor, helpful readily available resources, and small class sizes you will excel and accumulate knowledge and skill sets that you didn't even know was possible. There are always activities and campus events at Carroll University, never a dull moment.
Morgan from Eland, WI
The first year can be hard, but it's the same at any college. Trying to find friends, getting used to dorm life, classes, and taking care of yourself. Stick with it!
Carroll University is a very small, friendly community. Everyone is so kind and helpful with making sure you are successful in many different ways. The faculty really cares about the students and their dedication and commitment is extremely evident.
Savannah from Ocononmowoc, WI
Carroll is a welcoming campus making it feel like a second home. Everyone at Carroll is very friendly and helpful. At Carroll they want to give everyone an opportunity to succeed in the world and to make friends.
Taylour from Waukesha, WI
I toured and have been accepted to Carroll. I felt a sense of security on campus and was welcomed by everyone I met! The feel that I got from Carroll has put it high on my college option list!
Lauren from Appleton, WI
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