Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
84.15%
SAT Average
1,113
ACT Range
19-26
Carthage College Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 84.15%. This means approximately 842 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 2,628 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
84.15%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $36,500 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $36,500 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $47,980 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $24,813 | State avg: $17,077. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 25.77% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 83.33% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Carthage College Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$36,500
Room and board
$12,950
Books and supplies
$1,200
Other expenses
$2,400
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$47,980
Average net price
$24,813
Average aid coverage
48%
$23,167 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Carthage College pays approximately $24,813 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Wisconsin average of $17,077 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Carthage College?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Wisconsin and national averages.
Carthage College net price
$24,813
Wisconsin average
$17,077
National average
$17,506
Carthage College Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $36,500 and average net price at $24,813. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$36,500
Current net price
$24,813
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
60.51%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$56,950
Undergraduates
2,628
10-Year Median Earnings - Carthage College vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Carthage College graduates earn about 1.3x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Carthage College?
Undergraduates
2,628
Completion rate
60.51%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
25.77%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
83.33%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 25.77% of Carthage College students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 83.33% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Carthage College
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Carthage College's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Carthage College lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Carthage College is listed at 2001 Alford Park Dr, Kenosha, WI 53140-1994. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Carthage College with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carthage College | 84.15% | $36,500 | $24,813 | $56,950 |
| Milwaukee School of Engineering | 60.39% | $48,421 | $24,021 | $89,070 |
| Marquette University | 87.44% | $48,700 | $29,237 | $78,257 |
| Bellin College | 100.00% | $28,211 | $27,313 | $76,222 |
| University of Wisconsin-Madison | 43.35% | $40,603 | $16,928 | $73,792 |
Similar Schools in Kenosha
This local cluster focuses on nearby Kenosha schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Kenosha.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carthage College's acceptance rate?
Carthage College's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 84.15%.
How much is Carthage College tuition?
Carthage College's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $36,500.
What is Carthage College's average net price?
Carthage College's average net price in the local dataset is $24,813.
What does Carthage College cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $18,307 for Carthage College students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Carthage College's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $56,950 for Carthage College.
Is Carthage College accredited?
Carthage College's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Carthage College?
The local dataset lists 2,628 undergraduate students at Carthage College.
What percentage of Carthage College students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Carthage College in the local dataset is 25.77%.
What is the federal loan rate at Carthage College?
The federal loan rate for Carthage College in the local dataset is 83.33%.
Where should I verify Carthage College data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Carthage College or the latest official federal education data.