Carthage College

Type	4 year, Private
Business Model	Non Profit
Campus locale	Suburb: Midsize
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system	4-1-4

Student body size	Small
Common app member	Yes
Dormitory capacity	1,817
Religious affiliation	Evangelical
Student to faculty ratio	13 to 1
Acceptance rate	76%
Students retention rate	73%
On-time graduation rate	68%

Located in Kenosha, Wisconsin, Carthage College is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The university operates on a 4-1-4 calendar system, allowing students to engage in intensive study during the two shorter terms. This unique academic structure provides students with the opportunity to explore specialized areas of interest or complete internships, enhancing their overall educational experience.

The acceptance rate of 76% indicates that Carthage College is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Carthage College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 13-to-1, Carthage College emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

The retention rate of students at Carthage College is 73% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Wisconsin is 74%, while the national average is 74%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at Carthage College do not continue their studies after the first year.

Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
The institution provides on-campus housing
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Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

75.7%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$33,000

Cost of attendance at Carthage College in 2022 for students from Wisconsin.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Wisconsin's average	$7,873
National average	$30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$33,000

Cost of attendance at Carthage College in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Wisconsin's average	$15,679
National average	$30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 98 of freshman students at Carthage College received on average $18,544 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$18,544

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	188	26%	$4,671	$878,077
Other Federal Grant	204	28%	$5,508	$1,123,615
State Grant/Scholarships	114	16%	$3,135	$357,342
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	700	97%	$16,534	$11,574,049
Total Grant & Scholarships	704	98%	$18,544	$13,055,006

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Carthage College students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Carthage College students is 68.0%. Female students graduated at a rate of 76.6%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 59.2%.

68.0%

asian 75.0% 15 students
African American 43.9% 18 students
white 71.8% 397 students
unknown 39.3% 11 students
hispanic 60.3% 44 students
International Students 100.0% 6 students
Mixed Race 61.5% 16 students

Sport Conferences

Football College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin
Baseball College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin
Basketball College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin
Track and Cross Country College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Athletic Associations

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Carthage College provides the following additional services to its students

Placement services for graduates
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Carthage College offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

Weekend/evening classes
Study abroad
Teacher certification
ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

Credit for military training
Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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