Take a campus tour
Take a student-led walking tour of campus. You’ll see the sites and learn about our programs. These tours last about an hour.
Schedule a TourEven though campus visits aren’t possible right now, there are still many ways for you to get to know Carleton. Whether a virtual information session, interview, or other offering suits you best, we’re excited to get to know you, and to help you get to know Carleton.
Even though campus visits aren’t possible right now, there are still many ways for you to get to know Carleton. Whether a virtual information session, interview, or other offering suits you best, we’re excited to get to know you, and to help you get to know Carleton.
Admissions Office Update: Carleton has suspended all visits to campus until further notice, but we are offering a range of virtual visits and info sessions.
Register for a virtual session where we’ll be happy to introduce you to Carleton, and answer any questions you might have. And of course, you’ll have the chance to meet current Carls and see what makes our community so special.
There are a host of ways for you to discover Carleton. They include watching recorded sessions on specific topics such as affordability and financial aid, participating in live sessions with current Carls, and more.
Explore campus through the newly launched virtual tour to see whether Carleton could be the place for you. Explore The Cookie House, Bald Spot, and everything in between!
In addition to scheduling your visit to campus, you might want to consider these other aspects of visiting Carleton.
I crossed three streets to get to the Carleton admissions office. My first observation was that every car stopped for me; one driver even waved. In this community, I noticed, people look out for each other — even in the smallest ways.Charlotte Zinda
Seattle
Visiting campus is about more than just going on the tour and information session. It’s about figuring out whether this is a place you can make your own.
Take a student-led walking tour of campus. You’ll see the sites and learn about our programs. These tours last about an hour.
Schedule a TourYou’ll hear about our academic programs, student life, and the admissions process. We’ll leave plenty of time for you to ask questions, too.
Schedule an Info SessionThese casual conversations give us a glimpse into your interests, and how you might fit at Carleton. Interviews are not required.
Schedule an InterviewExperience the challenge and excitement of Carleton's academic life by attending a class.
Schedule a Class VisitOur Admissions Hosts will give you a safe place to spend the night while you explore campus.
Schedule an Overnight StayYum! We’re happy to provide meal passes to prospective students. Check in with the Admissions Office when you arrive to learn more.
Check the MenuCozy. Quaint. Charming. Idyllic. All these words describe Northfield, our town of 20,000. Take the time to explore Division Street!
Explore NorthfieldThe Cowling Arboretum is 800 acres of prairie, forest, and river. It’s used for recreation, relaxation, academic classes, and conservation.
The ArbYou’re welcome to stop into an academic department. See who’s around and what's happening!
Majors & MinorsSkinner Memorial Chapel is the heart of religious life on campus, serving as a space for worship and interfaith dialogue for all.
The ChapelYour college search should include conversations about how to pay for it. Come by Student Financial Services to learn more.
Affording CarletonOur professors are renowned for their commitment to undergraduate teaching. They’re not only experts, they're also approachable.
Standout FacultyProspective student-athletes are encouraged to connect with the teams they’d like to join.
AthleticsNo matter the day of the week, when classes are in session, our campus calendar is busy! See what’s happening when you plan to visit.
Campus EventsThe Perlman Teaching Museum is a resource for teaching and learning. It puts particular emphasis on the role that art plays in daily life.
Explore the Teaching MuseumDacie Moses House is a community gathering spot, bequeathed to the college years ago. To many, it’s known simply as “The Cookie House.”
Visit Dacie'sGould Library is known to students as “The Libe.” It’s where we study, conduct research, and take the occasional nap on a couch.
The LibeCentral Park playground is a great place to release your inner child (or take siblings!). Find it on the east side of the Weitz Center.
Explore the NeighborhoodJo Ryo En, “The Garden of Quiet Listening,” is a dry landscape garden, with a winding path and splendid rock features.
Jo Ryo EnExplore our buildings, meet our people, and start to make this place your own. Enjoy your time on campus. We’re happy you're here!
Schedule a Visit