Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Kenosha, Wisconsin |
| Online | carthage.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize Suburban |
| Religious Affiliation | Evangelical Lutheran Church |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Carthage College, founded in 1847 and affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, is a private liberal arts college located in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Positioned on the Lake Michigan shoreline, the campus is about halfway between Milwaukee and Chicago, offering a scenic lakeside setting that compliments its distinct collection of Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired architecture. The college enrolls roughly 2,500 full-time undergraduate students, providing an intimate academic environment with small class sizes and a student-to-faculty ratio that encourages personalized learning experiences. While Carthage offers a range of more than 50 majors and minors, it places a unique emphasis on interdisciplinary study, undergraduate research, and is recognized for its science programs and the innovative Carthage Symposium for freshmen. The institution maintains a moderately selective admissions process. On-campus living is an integral part of the Carthage experience, with a variety of housing options available to students.
In the most recent statistical year 8,112 prospective students applied, and 6,638 were granted admission. Of those admitted 732 enrolled in the school. 2,532 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 135 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $34,500 plus fees of $0. Carthage is ranked 604 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Carthage is rated within the lower 49% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Carthage College within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#604 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#410 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#12 in Best Colleges in Wisconsin
#9 in Best Private Colleges in Wisconsin
#13 in Best Value Colleges in Wisconsin
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 980/1200 |
| ACT | 20/27 |
| GPA | 3.36 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $35 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $12,648 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,400 |
| Total One Year Cost | $50,748 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 28% |
| Education | 14% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 10% |
| Communication | 7% |
| Biology | 6% |
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Questions and Answers
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Last updated February 24, 2024