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Carroll University

Private nonprofit Waukesha, WI · Urban · Great Lakes · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
70%
Graduation Rate
$58,009
Earnings (10yr)
$15,193
Net Price
67%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Carroll University is an inviting choice for students interested in health professions, business, and education, among other fields. With an enrollment of about 2,500, it strikes a balance between a close-knit community and the resources of a larger institution. The 67% acceptance rate means that many students can find a home here, especially if they’re passionate about their studies in areas like psychology or biomedical sciences.

When it comes to life after graduation, the prospects look promising. Graduates can expect to earn about $58,000 a year within a decade of finishing their degree. This figure underscores the value of pursuing a degree here, especially when considering the affordability of education. Many students rely on financial aid, and around 23% receive Pell Grants, which can help ease the burden of tuition costs.

On the financial side, the net price after aid stands at approximately $15,193, which is relatively manageable. The median debt of $27,000 indicates that while borrowing is common, it’s important to stay aware of repayment plans. Students who thrive at Carroll often seek a supportive environment where they can engage deeply with their studies and community, making the most of what the university has to offer.

Rankings

How Carroll Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation70%Earnings 10yr$58KNet Price$15KRetention78%Median Debt$27KPell Grant Rate23%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$16K$0-30K$17K$30-48K$14K$48-75K$15K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%307.2%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%2087.4%MOBILITY64.13%

Cost & Financial Aid

$38,890
In-State Tuition
$38,890
Out-of-State
$15,193
Avg Net Price
$27,000
Median Debt
23%
Pell Grant Rate
59%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$15,718
Family Income $0–$30K
$16,875
Family Income $30K–$48K
$14,134
Family Income $48K–$75K
$14,891
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$54,456
6 Years After Entry
$58,055
8 Years
$58,009
10 Years
0.47x
Debt-to-Earnings
74%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$54,456 6yr $58,055 8yr $58,009 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

64.13%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
2087.4%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
307.2%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$95,000
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.74
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
6.3%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 67%
Retention Rate 78%
SAT Average 1190
ACT Midpoint 25
SAT Range 1040–1270
ACT Range 21–27
Full-Time Faculty 38%
Faculty Salary (mo) $8,605
Diversity Index 0.49
First-Gen Students 27%

Top Programs

Health Professions 29%
Business & Marketing 12%
Biology & Biomedical 10%
Education 8%
Psychology 7%
Visual & Performing Arts 3%
Computer Science & IT 2%
English & Literature 1%