Carleton College
Northfield, MN · Private Nonprofit
Test scores
Admitted students score between 1450 and 1560 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
ACT midpoint: 33
Popular programs at Carleton College
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Computer Science. | 59 | |
| 2 | Biology, General. | 59 | |
| 3 | International Relations and National Security Studies. | 56 | |
| 4 | Research and Experimental Psychology. | 43 | |
| 5 | Mathematics. | 38 | |
| 6 | Economics. | 34 | |
| 7 | Chemistry. | 33 | |
| 8 | Physics. | 28 | |
| 9 | Statistics. | 18 | |
| 10 | Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences. | 18 | |
| 11 | Film/Video and Photographic Arts. | 18 | |
| 12 | Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | 16 | |
| 13 | History. | 16 | |
| 14 | Area Studies. | 15 | |
| 15 | English Language and Literature, General. | 15 | |
| 16 | Sociology and Anthropology. | 15 | |
| 17 | Fine and Studio Arts. | 15 | |
| 18 | Cognitive Science. | 10 | |
| 19 | Philosophy. | 10 | |
| 20 | Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services. | 9 |
Showing top 20 of 29 programs
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Carleton College?
Carleton College has an acceptance rate of 20% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for Carleton College?
Admitted students at Carleton College typically score between 1450 and 1560 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does Carleton College cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Carleton College is approximately $25,407 per year.
What is the graduation rate at Carleton College?
4-year graduation rate data for Carleton College is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.