Carleton College

In Northfield, Minnesota, Carleton College offers private liberal arts education.

carleton.edu
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About Carleton College

Carleton College is a private liberal arts college in Northfield, Minnesota. Its homepage presents the college's teaching, academic programs, student life, outcomes, and financial aid. The homepage describes the college as ranked among the nation's best colleges, and it reports a student-faculty ratio of 8:1. The statistics on the homepage are the college's own published figures and are not independently verified here.

The homepage lists 55 majors and minors and about 1,000 courses, along with more than 200 student-created organizations. It states that 98% of students live in campus housing and that 3 in 5 students come from outside the Midwest. The Office of Off-Campus Studies is described as having operated for 50 years. The homepage does not state tuition or admission requirements.

Key features

  • 55 majors and minors across the college's academic programs
  • About 1,000 courses offered, as listed on the homepage
  • Over 200 student-created and student-led organizations
  • Off-Campus Studies office, described as operating for 50 years
  • Campus housing, with 98% of students living on campus
  • Need-based financial aid, with an average 2025–2026 award of $71,866
Best for: Prospective undergraduate students who want a small, residential, private liberal arts education in a college town.
Good for
  • The homepage reports an 8:1 student-faculty ratio.
  • The homepage reports that 98% of graduates are employed, in graduate school, volunteering, or traveling nine months after graduation.
  • The homepage states that the college meets 100% of families' eligibility for need-based financial aid.
Watch out for
  • The homepage does not state tuition costs, so known pricing is unknown.

Carleton College at a glance

Official website
carleton.edu
Type
Institution
Platforms
Web
Language
English
Country
US
Good for
Students
Last checked
Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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Carleton College FAQ

Where is Carleton College located?
Carleton College is located in Northfield, Minnesota.
What student-faculty ratio does the college report?
The homepage reports a student-faculty ratio of 8:1.
How does the college describe its financial aid?
The homepage states that the college meets 100% of families' eligibility for need-based financial aid and distributes $73 million in aid to students annually.
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