Carleton College Student Population

How many students at Carleton?

For the academic year 2024-2025, Carleton College has a total enrollment of 2,128 students and all students enrolled in undergraduate programs.

• Gender Breakdown: 1,046 male students (49.2%) and 1,082 female students (50.8%) are attending .
• Race and Ethnicity Breakdown: The two largest race/ethnicity groups are 1,086 White students (51%) and 220 Asian students (10.3%).

Compared to similar private (not-for-profit) Baccalaureate College - Arts & Sciences - which average 1,449 - Carleton's body is significantly larger.

Explore complete student demographics below, including gender ratio, race and ethnicity, and age distribution.

Enrollment by Gender and Class Level

By gender, 1,046 male (49.15%) and 1,082 female (50.85%) students are attending Carleton College. The number of male students per 100 females students (male-to-female ratio) is 96.67.

• Enrollment Trends

Student Distribution by Race/Ethnicity

By race/ethnicity, 1,086 White, 123 Black, and 220 Asian students out of a total of 2,128 are attending at Carleton College. Comprehensive enrollment statistic data by race/ethnicity is shown in the chart below (academic year 2024-2025 data).

Carleton College is quite diverse with a diversity index of 70.7% measured by Census Bureau Diversity Index. The institution demonstrates strong racial and ethnic diversity among its student body.

Student Age Distribution

There are 2,119 students under 25 years old, and 9 students over 25 years old out of 2,128 total students.

Transfer-in Students (Undergraduate)

Among 2,128 enrolled in undergraduate programs, 8 students have transferred-in from other institutions. The percentage of transfer-in students is 0.38%.