Carleton College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$31,494
Average Net Price
64%
Receive Aid
12%
Pell Recipients
Moderate
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Carleton College is $31,494 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$31,494

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$11,645
$30,001-48,000$8,456
$48,001-75,000$12,453
$75,001-110,000$21,520
$110,000+$41,301

Financial Aid

Carleton College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 64% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 12% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

64%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

12%

Of students receive federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need

Grants & Scholarships

Gift aid that doesn't need to be repaid

Work-Study Programs

Part-time employment opportunities on campus

Student Loans

Federal and private loan options available

Combined Sticker Price (Undergraduate)

The sticker price represents the total cost before any financial aid is applied. In-state students can expect a sticker price of $65,457 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $65,457. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $67,857, which is 14% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $65,457

Out-of-State: $65,457

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$65,457
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$80,657

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$65,457
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$80,157

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$65,457
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$80,657

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$65,457
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$80,657

Commuting Students

Students living at home and commuting to campus can significantly reduce their costs.

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$65,457
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$69,157

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$65,457
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$69,657

Cost Analysis

Analyze how Carleton's costs have changed over time.Over the past year, Carleton College has increased costs by $59, representing a 0.2% increase in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$31,435

Current Year

$31,494

Change

+$59

Affordability & Value

Carleton College is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education with strong return on investment.

Affordability Rating

Moderate

Based on average net price compared to national averages

Investment Value

Students receiving aid64%
Pell grant recipients12%
Student-faculty ratio8:1