Carleton College
Admissions Summary
Carleton College is very selective with an acceptance rate of 18%. Students that get into Carleton College have an SAT score between 1430–1540 or an ACT score of 32–35. Regular applications are due January 15.
Visit College WebsiteView Online ApplicationBy the Numbers
These ranges reflect what most admitted students scored, but many are outside these ranges.
- GPA Range
- 3.75+Not available
- 3.50–3.74Not available
- 3.25–3.49Not available
- 3.00–3.24Not available
- 2.50–2.99Not available
- 2.00–2.49Not available
- Below 2.00Not available
- SAT Total Range1430–1540
- SAT Math710–790
- SAT Reading690–760
- ACT Composite Range32–35
- Acceptance Rate18% (Very Selective)
- Total Applicants7,915
- Admitted1,389
- Enrolled555
Application Requirements
- High School GPARequired
- High School RankRequired
- College Prep CoursesRecommended
- SAT/ACT ScoresConsidered if submitted
- RecommendationsRequired
Application Deadline
Early action applicants don’t have to commit if accepted. Students can apply Early Action to more than one college.
Early decision applicants agree to attend the college if they are accepted. Students can only apply to one college for Early Decision.
Application Process
- Application FeeNot available
- Fee Waiver InfoAvailable to all qualified students. Visit the college website for details.
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