Carroll College
About Carroll College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Carroll College is a private university in Helena, MT. It has a 78.1% acceptance rate and a 70.1% graduation rate, serving approximately 1,108 students.
Founded
1909
Location
Helena, Montana
Students
1,136
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
70.9%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
69.3%
Near national average
Tuition
$41,484
Per year
Avg Net Price
$23,960
After financial aid
SAT Average
1200
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$61,772
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
70.9 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Carroll College accepts 70.9% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1200/ 1600
ACT Scores
25/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
69.3% complete their degree within six years
Retention
82.1%
4-Year Grad
53%
6-Year Grad
67%
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
67.5%
$/Student
$10.1K
Class Size
Medium
While 53% finish in 4 years, 82.1% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$41,484
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,548
Books & Supplies
$800
Total Cost of Attendance
$55,626
After Financial Aid
$23,960
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$17,072
Receive Grants
20.2%
Take Loans
44.8%
The total cost of attendance runs about $55,626/yr, including $11,548 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $23,960.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Carroll College fund their education.
While in School
20.2%
Get Grants
Free money
44.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$82,088
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$25,757
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$273/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $25,757 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $62K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Carroll College.
Gender
58.6%
Female
41%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,092
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
44
Graduates
19.7%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
4.9%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 59% of the student body. 19.7% are first-generation college students.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
1,092
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Baccalaureate
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Carroll College fields 7 varsity teams with 492 student athletes, about 45% of the student body.
Division
NAIA
Division I
Conference
Frontier
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
492
45% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
56% / 44%
277
Men
215
Women
5
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Carroll Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$61,772
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$75K
60 grads
1yr Earnings
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
$30K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$48K
27 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$35K
26 grads
1yr Earnings
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions
$22K
19 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$49K
18 grads
4yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $44K at six years, $48K at eight, and $62K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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Common questions about Carroll College
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.