
Student Financial Aid

Carleton’s Commitment
We meet 100 percent of every student’s demonstrated need. We approach financial aid as a partnership between Carleton, our students, and their families. When you apply, we start by determining what your family can reasonably pay. We use a combination of need-based grants, student employment, and manageable loans to cover the rest.
Our goal: To make Carleton affordable to every admitted student.
Key Financial Aid Dates
Financial aid deadlines are the same as admission application deadlines. Notification of aid amount is sent with your acceptance letter.
Deadline | Notification By | |
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Fall Early Decision | November 15 | December 15 |
Winter Early Decision | January 15 | February 15 |
Regular Decision | January 15 | April 1 |
Transfer Students | March 31 | May 15 |
Returning Students (Round 1) | January 10 | End of February |
Returning Students (Round 2) | March 28 | Mid-May |