John Carroll University

JCU Overview

John Carroll University (JCU) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in University Heights, OH. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.

The JCU's tuition & fees is $50,500 for the academic year 2024-2025. 96% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $33,507.

The school has a total enrollment of 2,864 and the students to faculty ratio is 13 to 1 (7.69%).

JCU's acceptance rate is 80.90% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 15.94%. The median SAT score is 1240 and the ACT score is 29.

JCU ranked 8th in Ohio Colleges rankings. John Carroll University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

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2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of John Carroll University is $50,500. For graduate programs, its 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $15,782.

The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $51,940 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $16,915.

Undergraduate$50,500
Graduate$15,782
Undergraduate$51,940
Graduate$16,915

The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.

Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »80.90% Acceptance Rate / 15.94% Yield
Test Scores »1,240 SAT / 29 ACT
Graduation Rate »79%
Retention Rate83%(full-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio7.69% (13 to 1)
Student Population »2,864 (2,339 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$33,507

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

John Carroll University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at JCU
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy
Weekend/Evening CollegeNo
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

John Carroll University Directory Information

Address1 John Carroll Boulevard, University Heights, OH 44118-4538
Phone888-388-2977
WEBSchool's Website
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Financial AidDeadlines and Applications
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, private (not-for-profit)
Carnegie CategoryMaster's College and University (larger programs)
Highest Degree OfferedMaster's degree

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