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Carleton College
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Annual Tuition
$65,457
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
22.3%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
90.9%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$75,525
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Carleton College is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Northfield, MN. With a competitive tuition profile of $65,457, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 90.9% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Admissions Intel
SAT Score Range
ACT Score Range
Acceptance Rate
22.3%
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$261,828
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
5.8 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$45,525
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$193,422
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$648,672
Long-term projected return on your education investment
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Carleton College is $16,750.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$65,457
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
95.9%
Success
90.9%
In-State Cost
$65,457
Age 25+ Students
0.2%
Carnegie Class
Baccalaureate: Arts & Sciences
Working at 6yr
219 students
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