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What are your chances at Carleton College?

Northfield, MN · Private · 2,086 students

20%admitted
20.4% acceptance rate

This is a target or reach for many applicants.

Out of every 100 applicants, about 20 are admitted.

SAT range of admitted students14501560
400
1600

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About admissions at Carleton College

Carleton College accepts about 20.4% of applicants. A strong profile has a genuine shot, but you'll want your application to stand out beyond grades and scores alone.

Admitted students typically score between 1450 and 1560 on the SAT, or 32–34 on the ACT. Falling below that range doesn’t disqualify you — it means the rest of your application needs to carry more weight.

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Admissions data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Rates and score ranges reflect recent reported years and may change.