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| Location | University Heights, Ohio |
| Online | jcu.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
John Carroll University is a private Jesuit university founded in 1886, located in University Heights, Ohio, a suburb of Cleveland. Striking for its Georgian architecture, the campus provides a traditional collegiate ambience. Primarily an undergraduate institution, John Carroll offers a range of majors with strengths in Business, Sciences, and the Liberal Arts. The university fosters a rigorous academic environment with a moderate level of application selectivity. John Carroll is residential, with a majority of students living on campus across various housing options, including traditional dormitories, suites, and townhouse apartments. Although not primarily known for athletics, John Carroll does participate in NCAA Division III sports, competing as the Blue Streaks in various intercollegiate sports.
In the most recent statistical year 4,310 prospective students applied, and 3,550 were granted admission. Of those admitted 566 enrolled in the school. 2,577 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 345 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $45,490 plus fees of $1,800. JCU is ranked 286 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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JCU is rated within the top 35% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for John Carroll University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#286 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#212 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#11 in Best Colleges in Ohio
#9 in Best Private Colleges in Ohio
#356 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#15 in Best Value Colleges in Ohio
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1160/1320 |
| ACT | 25/30 |
| GPA | 3.66 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,250 |
| Other Fees | $1,800 |
| Room and Board | $13,200 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,500 |
| Total One Year Cost | $65,240 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 34% |
| Social Sciences | 10% |
| Communication | 10% |
| Biology | 9% |
| Education | 9% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024