CARLETON COLLEGE
- One North College Street
- Northfield, MN 55057
- OPEID College Code: 00234000
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- General Phone: (507) 222-4000
- President: Robert a Oden Jr
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Trimester
- Highest Degree: Bachelor's
- Local Area: Distant Town
- Student Enrollment: 2,009
- College Mascot: Knights
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Carleton College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- Website
- www.carleton.edu

- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
Accreditation
- North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Baccalaureate Colleges--Arts & Sciences
- Undergraduate Classification Arts & Sciences Focus, No Graduate Coexistence
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, More Selective, Lower Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Four-Year
- Size Classification Small Four-Year, Highly Residential
Carleton College Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: apps.carleton.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $30.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Rank Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Recommended
- Recommendation Consideration Required
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 2,084 | 2,700 | 4,784 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 692 (33%) | 767 (28%) | 1,459 (30%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 255 (37%) | 273 (36%) | 528 (36%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2009
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 362 | 69% |
| ACT ® Exam | 309 | 59% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2009
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 660 | 760 |
| SAT ® Math | 660 | 740 |
| SAT ® Writing | 670 | 750 |
| ACT ® Composite | 29 | 33 |
| ACT ® English | - | - |
| ACT ® Math | - | - |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 79%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 41% | 14% | 6% | 60% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $4,352 | $4,837 | $3,928 | $23,442 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number in Repayment | 171 | 197 | 306 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $39,777 | $38,046 | $36,156 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $39,777 | $38,046 | $36,156 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $39,777 | $38,046 | $36,156 |
| Books and Supplies | $728 | $630 | $625 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,428 | $9,993 | $9,489 |
| Other Expenses | $1,427 | $1,331 | $1,325 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $52,360 | $50,000 | $47,595 |
| In-State | $52,360 | $50,000 | $47,595 |
| Out of State | $52,360 | $50,000 | $47,595 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $40,505 | $38,676 | $36,781 |
| In-State | $40,505 | $38,676 | $36,781 |
| Out of State | $40,505 | $38,676 | $36,781 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $40,505 | $38,676 | $36,781 |
| In-State | $40,505 | $38,676 | $36,781 |
| Out of State | $40,505 | $38,676 | $36,781 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 2,009 Undergraduate: 2,009
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 971 Female: 1,038
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 971 Female: 1,038
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 1,996 Part-Time: 13
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,996 Part-Time: 13
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 150 | 7% |
| American Indian | 14 | 0.7% |
| Black | 92 | 5% |
| Asian | 193 | 10% |
| Hispanic | 110 | 5% |
| White | 1,381 | 69% |
| Unknown | 69 | 3% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 28 | 1% |
| Ages 18-19 | 932 | 46% |
| Ages 20-21 | 939 | 47% |
| Ages 22-24 | 100 | 5% |
| Ages 25-29 | 5 | 0.2% |
| Ages 30-34 | 3 | 0.1% |
| Ages 35-39 | 1 | 0.05% |
| Age Unknown | 1 | 0.05% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 757 | 548 | 209 |
| Faculty Status | 245 | 222 | 23 |
| Tenured Faculty | 130 | 130 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 271 | 222 | 49 |
| Primarily Instruction | 271 | 222 | 49 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 106 | 91 | 15 |
| Other Professionals | 147 | 89 | 58 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 233 | 146 | 87 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 142 | 64 | 78 |
| Skilled Crafts | 22 | 22 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 60 | 60 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $88,927 (222) | $92,526 (122) | $84,536 (100) |
| Professor | $113,967 (98) | $113,984 (61) | $113,940 (37) |
| Associate Professor | $79,125 (42) | $81,182 (23) | $76,634 (19) |
| Assistant Professor | $66,407 (60) | $67,302 (29) | $65,570 (31) |
| Instructor | $45,732 (6) | $42,875 (4) | $51,447 (2) |
| Lecturer | $62,744 (9) | $72,480 (1) | $61,527 (8) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $88,927 (222) | $92,526 (122) | $84,536 (100) |
| Professor | $113,967 (98) | $113,984 (61) | $113,940 (37) |
| Associate Professor | $79,125 (42) | $81,182 (23) | $76,634 (19) |
| Assistant Professor | $66,407 (60) | $67,302 (29) | $65,570 (31) |
| Instructor | $45,732 (6) | $42,875 (4) | $51,447 (2) |
| Lecturer | $62,744 (9) | $72,480 (1) | $61,527 (8) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 513 | 283 | 230 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 385 | 228 | 157 |
| Baseball | 37 | 37 | - |
| Basketball | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| All Track Combined | 167 | 81 | 86 |
| Football | 66 | 66 | - |
| Golf | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Soccer | 75 | 35 | 40 |
| Softball | 13 | - | 13 |
| Swimming and Diving | 60 | 25 | 35 |
| Synchronized Swimming | 10 | - | 10 |
| Tennis | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Volleyball | 15 | - | 15 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $39,225 | $36,227 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $11,613 | $11,955 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Baseball | 3 | 3 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 2 | - |
| Basketball | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| All Track Combined | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Football | 7 | 7 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 6 | - |
| Golf | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Soccer | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Softball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Swimming and Diving | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Synchronized Swimming | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Tennis | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Volleyball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 97%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 92% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 90% |
| Female | 93% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 82% |
| American Indian | 50% |
| Black | 89% |
| Asian | 91% |
| Hispanic | 82% |
| White | 94% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Drug Related | 2 | 3 |
| Liquor Related | 11 | 5 |
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | 3 | 3 |
| Liquor Related | 11 | 12 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | 4 | 3 |
| Burglary | 5 | 13 |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 7 | 4 |
| Burglary | 11 | 16 |
| Arson | - | 1 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009