
Real Collaboration
From your first day on campus, you’ll work closely with students and faculty members on interesting projects.
Carleton’s academic environment is undeniably rigorous and challenging — but it’s also wholly supportive.
There’s something unique about Carleton that you’ll discover when you visit.
Carleton is surprisingly affordable. We’re committed to being within reach for all students.
You have questions. We have answers. And we’re happy to help.
We are an intellectually insatiable group of people. We approach learning with enthusiasm, energy, and a distinctly Carleton brand of playfulness. Carleton is a collaborative place where students and professors work together to make sense of the messiness of life.
As respected scholars, scientists, artists, and researchers, Carleton professors are at the forefront of their fields, but it is in the classroom where they truly shine.
Our curriculum teaches skills that last a lifetime: critical thinking, problem solving, creativity, effective communication, and the flexibility to adapt to dynamic situations.
With more than 50 majors to choose from, you can explore your interests — and develop new ones. Take a look at what you can learn while you’re here.
From your first day on campus, you’ll work closely with students and faculty members on interesting projects.
The library’s Silent Dance Party is a great way to de-stress during finals. Discover more traditions when you get here.
The people you meet at Carleton will form your social and professional network for years to come.
There’s no single path for navigating college, but Carleton has the resources you’ll need to find your way. Whether you have a plan in mind or want to try something new, we’re here to help you succeed.
Carleton consistently ranks among the country’s top 10 liberal arts colleges.
Whatever your passions and talents, you can express them here. We want to get to know you. And we want you to get to know us.
Fátima shares some things that she is looking forward to once her first year concludes.
Sherry spotlights the experiences of her friends dealing with COVID during the term.
Hannah reflects on her successes (and struggles) with balancing college life.
Fátima shares some of her favorite “unproductive” pastimes.
Carleton alumni do amazing things. Here are some of their stories.
Claire Kelloway '16 saw an opportunity to build a relationship between local Hmong Farmers and Carleton. She didn't hesitate.
Alumni StoryArt Rodriguez '96 talks about his vision for Carleton Admissions with Paul Thiboutot who shares his history and experiences as former Dean of Admissions
Alumni StoryBeing a part of the LGBTQA+ community was not always something to be talked about. Out After Carleton sought to change that
Alumni Story