Carleton College
Northfield, MN · private nonprofit · 2,086 undergraduates
Carleton College is a private nonprofit university in Northfield, MN with very selective admissions, admitting about 20% of applicants. Below are the numbers families weigh most — how selective it is, the scores admitted students bring, what it actually costs after aid, and how many students go on to graduate.
Acceptance rate
20%
SAT (middle 50%)
1450–1560
ACT (middle 50%)
32–34
Avg net price
$25,407/yr
sticker $84,893
Graduation rate
90%
within 6 years
Undergraduates
2,086
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What is Carleton College's acceptance rate?
Carleton College has an acceptance rate of about 20%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data.
What SAT score do you need for Carleton College?
The middle 50% of admitted students at Carleton College scored between 1450–1560 on the SAT (ACT 32–34).
How much does Carleton College cost?
Families pay an average net price of about $25,407 per year at Carleton College after financial aid, versus a published cost of $84,893.
What is the graduation rate at Carleton College?
About 90% of students at Carleton College graduate within six years.
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Figures from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard. Admission chance estimates are advisory, based on published data and your academics, and are not a guarantee of admission.