Carleton College

Undergraduate admissions data

• Fall 2024 entering class: 7,133 applicants, 1,456 admitted (20.4%).
• Test scores reported by the university (25th–75th percentile): SAT 1450–1560, ACT 32–34.

Source: IPEDS (U.S. Department of Education)

What the university weighs in first-year admissions

• Very important: Rigor of secondary school record, Class rank, Academic GPA, Application essay, Recommendation(s), Extracurricular activities, Talent/ability, Character/personal qualities.
• Considered: Standardized test scores, Interview, First generation, Geographical residence, Volunteer work, Work experience.
• Not considered: Alumni/ae relation, State residency, Religious affiliation/commitment, Level of applicant's interest.
• These are the first-year admission factors the university reports for all applicants, not a separate policy for international students.

Source: Common Data Set 2025-2026, section C7 (reported by the university)

Cost of attendance

• 2024–25 academic year, estimated annual cost for an international undergraduate: $89,204 (tuition and fees $68,892; housing and food $17,586; books and supplies $938; other expenses $1,788).

Source: IPEDS (U.S. Department of Education)

Frequently asked questions

What is the admission rate at Carleton College?

Fall 2024 entering class: 7,133 applicants, 1,456 admitted (20.4%). Test scores reported by the university (25th–75th percentile): SAT 1450–1560, ACT 32–34.

What does Carleton College consider in first-year admissions?

Very important: Rigor of secondary school record, Class rank, Academic GPA, Application essay, Recommendation(s), Extracurricular activities, Talent/ability, Character/personal qualities. Considered: Standardized test scores, Interview, First generation, Geographical residence, Volunteer work, Work experience. Not considered: Alumni/ae relation, State residency, Religious affiliation/commitment, Level of applicant's interest.

How much does it cost to attend Carleton College as an international undergraduate?

2024–25 academic year, estimated annual cost for an international undergraduate: $89,204 (tuition and fees $68,892; housing and food $17,586; books and supplies $938; other expenses $1,788).