Admissions Overview
The admission process at Carthage College has a 84% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $35. Carthage College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
84%
Less Selective
Application Volume
8,044
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
11%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Carthage College has a 84% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $35. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Carthage College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$35
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalEnglish Proficiency Test
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredWork Experience
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther 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 Carthage College. About 16% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,000 to 1,205. Additionally, about 28% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 19 to 26.
SAT Scores
16% of students submitted400
1600
1000 – 1205
200
800
490 – 605
200
800
510 – 600
ACT Scores
28% of students submitted1
36
19 – 26
1
36
19 – 26
1
36
19 – 26
Admission Statistics
8,044 students applied to Carthage. Of those, 84% were accepted (6,769 students). Of these 6,769 accepted students, 778 chose to enroll.
8,044
Total Applicants
6,769
Students Admitted
778
Students Enrolled
84%
Acceptance Rate