Carleton College (Carleton) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Northfield, MN. Carleton College was newly reclassified as an Research College/University (Baccalaureate Colleges) in 2025 due to changes in its research activities and doctoral program offerings.
The Carleton's tuition & fees is $68,892 for the academic year 2024-2025. 63% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $52,568.
The school has a total enrollment of 2,128 and the students to faculty ratio is 8 to 1 (12.50%).
Carleton's acceptance rate is 20.41% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 34.82%. The median SAT score is 1515 and the ACT score is 34.
Carleton ranked 15th in Liberal Arts Colleges and 1st in Minnesota Colleges rankings. Carleton College is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Carleton College is $68,892.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $72,507 based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
| Undergraduate | $68,892 |
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| Undergraduate | $72,507 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
| Acceptance Rate » | 20.41% Acceptance Rate / 34.82% Yield |
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| Test Scores » | 1,515 SAT / 34 ACT |
| Graduation Rate » | 90% |
| Retention Rate | 96%(full-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 12.50% (8 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 2,128 (all undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $52,568 |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
Carleton College does not offer online classes (distance learning opportunities) for any degree program.
| Learning Opportunities | |
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| ROTC | No |
| Weekend/Evening College | No |
| Teacher Certification | No |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
| On-Campus Services | |
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Address | One North College Street, Northfield, MN 55057 |
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| Phone | 507-222-4000 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-year, private (not-for-profit) |
| Carnegie Category | Baccalaureate Colleges |
| Highest Degree Offered | Bachelor's degree |
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