Admissions Overview
The admission process at Carthage College has a 82% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $35. Carthage College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
82%
Less Selective
Application Volume
8,112
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
11%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Carthage College has a 82% 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
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Letters of Recommendation
Not ConsideredWork Experience
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 20% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 980 to 1,200. Additionally, about 40% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 20 to 27.
SAT Scores
20% of students submitted400
1600
980 – 1200
200
800
500 – 600
200
800
480 – 600
ACT Scores
40% of students submitted1
36
20 – 27
1
36
20 – 27
1
36
19 – 27
Admission Statistics
8,112 students applied to Carthage. Of those, 82% were accepted (6,638 students). Of these 6,638 accepted students, 732 chose to enroll.
8,112
Total Applicants
6,638
Students Admitted
732
Students Enrolled
82%
Acceptance Rate