Overview
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| Location | University Heights, Ohio |
| Online | jcu.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in University Heights, Ohio, John Carroll University is a small four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the Roman Catholic faith. In the most recent statistical year 3,610 prospective students applied, and 3,171 were granted admission. Of those admitted 631 enrolled in the school. 2,968 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 310 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2020/2021, excluding room and board, is $42,676 plus fees of $1,730. JCU is ranked 291 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2022 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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JCU is rated within the top 38% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for John Carroll University within the 2022 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#291 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#198 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#12 in Best Colleges in Ohio
#10 in Best Private Colleges in Ohio
#310 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#11 in Best Value Colleges in Ohio
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1060/1260 |
| ACT | 22/28 |
| Weighted GPA | 3.66 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Feb 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,250 |
| Other Fees | $1,730 |
| Room and Board | $12,560 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,500 |
| Total One Year Cost | $61,716 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 34% |
| Social Sciences | 10% |
| Communication | 10% |
| Biology | 9% |
| Education | 9% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=203368 IPEDS survey data for John Carroll University.
Current students may use the John Carroll University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.