Admissions Overview
The admission process at Carleton College has a 17% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Carleton College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
17%
Very Selective
Application Volume
8,583
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
37%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Carleton College has a 17% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Carleton College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Other Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Carleton College. About 37% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,430 to 1,550. Additionally, about 28% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 32 to 35.
SAT Scores
37% of students submitted400
1600
1430 – 1550
200
800
710 – 770
200
800
720 – 780
ACT Scores
28% of students submitted1
36
32 – 35
1
36
33 – 35
1
36
29 – 34
Admission Statistics
8,583 students applied to Carleton. Of those, 17% were accepted (1,427 students). Of these 1,427 accepted students, 532 chose to enroll.
8,583
Total Applicants
1,427
Students Admitted
532
Students Enrolled
17%
Acceptance Rate