Carleton College

(Northfield, MN)

Carleton College is committed to providing a true liberal arts education, a curriculum that challenges our students to learn broadly and think deeply. Instead of training for one narrow career path, Carleton students develop the knowledge and skills to succeed in any walk of life.

"Classes here are not about simply memorizing information," says Anna H. Newman '11. "They are about leading you to a deeper understanding of the material."

The most important thing our students learn is how to learn for a lifetime. Critical thinking, problem solving, creativity, effective communication: these are the tools that transform a collection of facts and figures into a way of understanding the world.

Admissions

30.5%
of Applicants Admitted

Admitted Freshmen Ranked

100% in Top 50% in H.S. Class

Regular Decision: January 15, 2011

SAT Required

Test Score Ranges

25th percentile to 75th percentile

1960–2220 SAT Total
660–760 SAT Reading
660–740 SAT Math
670–750 SAT Writing

29–33 ACT Composite

TOEFL Required for intl students

Minimum TOEFL:

Cost

$52,360
Annual tuition, fees, books, supplies, room and board

In-State Tuition: $39,777
Out-of-State Tuition: $39,777
Room and Board: $11,855
Books & Supplies: $728

Will I Like It

2,053
number of undergraduates

Private Non-Profit
Setting: Rural
52% Women

Famous Alumni

Michael Armacost - U.S. Ambassador
Kai Bird - Pulitzer Prize Winning Author
Pierce Butler - U.S. Supreme Court Justice
Jonathan Capehart - Pulitzer Prize Winning Journalist
Peter Gwinn - Writer for the Colbert Report
Jane Hamilton - Novelist
Clara Jeffrey - Editor of Mother Jones Magazine
Mary-Claire King - Geneticist
Barrie Osborne - Film Producer
Thorstein Vehlen - Economist

Areas of Study

Business & Economics

Economics

Engineering

Computer Science

Health & Medicine

Pre-Med

Humanities

Art History, English Language & Literature, Foreign Languages

Music

General Music & Theory

Performing Arts

Dance, Drama & Theatre, Film & Video

Philosophy & Religion

Philosophy, Religion

Politics & Law

Political Science & Government

Science & Math

Biology, Chemistry, Physics

Social Sciences

Area & Cultural Studies, International Relations, Other Social Sciences, Psychology

Extra Curriculars

Books, Amnesty International, Chess, Church, Art Club, Comedy, Band, Computers, Culture, Dancing, Drama, College Democrats, College Republicans, Color Guard, Film, Computer Club, Ensemble, FBLA - Future Business Leaders of America Clubs, Fellowship Christian Athletes, Piano, Poetry, Film Society, Politics, Foreign Language Club, French Club, Student Council, German Club, Theatre, Video Games, Glee Club, Gospel Choir, HOSA - Health Occupation Students of America, Improv Group, International Society, NAHS - National Art Honors Society, Orchestra, Poetry Society, Science Club, Science Olympiad, Spanish Club, Student Government & Council, Students for a Free Tibet, Thespian Society, Young Democrats

Long Description

Carleton, founded in 1865, is a private, liberal arts college. Its 955-acre campus, including a 450-acre arboretum, is located 35 miles south of Minneapolis-St. Paul. Campus architecture includes buildings constructed during the first two decades of the 20th century.

Mailing Address

One North College Street
Northfield, MN 55057-4001

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