Carleton College
Northfield, MN · private nonprofit
Official site ↗Admissions
| Admit rate | 22.3% |
| Applicants | — |
| Middle-50% SAT | 1430–1550 |
| Middle-50% ACT | 32–34 |
| Avg GPA | — |
| Test policy | — |
| Avg net price / yr | $27,320 |
| Grad rate | 91% |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $75,525 |
| Source | scorecard_bulk · 2025 |
Application requirements
| Early Decision | 2025-11-15 |
| Early Decision II | 2026-01-15 |
| Regular / Rolling | 2026-01-15 |
| Application fee | $0 (US) · $0 (intl) |
| Personal essay | Required |
| Test policy | never required |
| Teacher recommendations | 2 |
| Counselor recommendation | Required |
| Mid-year report | Required |
Source: Common App first-year Requirements Grid, 2025-26 cycle. Confirm on the college's site — requirements can change mid-cycle.
Supplemental essays
- Think about someone you connect with who’s different from you. What do you find most meaningful about your interactions with them?· ~300 words
- Anything missing? Do you want to share more with us? If so, use this space to fill any gaps you think would assist us in reviewing your application.· ~250 words
Copied verbatim from the school's official admissions page (2025-26 cycle).