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John Carroll University

University Heights, OH 4 year Private
Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale Suburb: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 1,660
Religious affiliation Catholic
Student to faculty ratio 13 to 1
Acceptance rate 88%
Students retention rate 86%
On-time graduation rate 76%

Located in University Heights, Ohio, John Carroll University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 88% indicates that John Carroll University is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

John Carroll University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 13-to-1, John Carroll University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

John Carroll University boasts an impressive student retention rate of 86% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 62% and 74%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

88.1%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$45,514

Cost of attendance at John Carroll University in 2022 for students from Ohio.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Ohio's average $7,987
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$45,514

Cost of attendance at John Carroll University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Ohio's average $16,946
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 99 of freshman students at John Carroll University received on average $30,648 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$30,648
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 119 19% $4,657 $554,220
Other Federal Grant 121 19% $6,924 $837,775
State Grant/Scholarships 90 14% $3,048 $274,301
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 621 98% $28,956 $17,981,774
Total Grant & Scholarships 623 99% $30,648 $19,093,850

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of John Carroll University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of John Carroll University students is 75.8%. Female students graduated at a rate of 82.2%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 69.2%.

75.8%

  • asian 84.6% 11 students
  • African American 57.1% 20 students
  • white 77.2% 505 students
  • unknown 80.0% 4 students
  • hispanic 65.2% 15 students
  • International Students 73.3% 11 students
  • Mixed Race 64.3% 9 students

Sport Conferences

  • Football Ohio Athletic Conference
  • Baseball Ohio Athletic Conference
  • Basketball Ohio Athletic Conference
  • Track and Cross Country Ohio Athletic Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

John Carroll University provides the following additional services to its students
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

John Carroll University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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