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John Carroll University

University Heights, Ohio

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John Carroll University, nestled in a picturesque suburb outside of Cleveland, Ohio, is a vibrant academic community renowned for its Jesuit tradition of educational excellence and service-driven ethos. A welcoming environment for students of all religious backgrounds, JCU offers a transformative liberal arts education grounded in the Jesuit principles of intellectual exploration, ethical discernment, and social responsibility. Students are empowered to engage critically with the world around them, cultivate leadership skills, and pursue their passions. Through rigorous academics, extensive experiential learning opportunities, and a supportive community, JCU prepares students to become compassionate leaders dedicated to making a positive impact in their communities and beyond.

Get to know John Carroll University

Enrolled female students
45%
 
Enrolled male students
55%
 
Gender Ratio
Full-time faculty
47%
 
Adjuncts
53%
 
Faculty Ratio
$47,300
Full-time tuition cost
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Application deadline
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Acceptance rate
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Out-of-state students
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Full-time faculty w/ terminal degree

College Highlights

Engaged Students
Great Teaching
Vibrant Communities
Successful Outcomes
Admission & Aid
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Engaged Students

CLASS SIZE
The number of sections of each class size.
2-9: 41 | 10-19: 194 | 20-29: 249
30-39: 62 | 40-49: 3 | 50-99: 2 | 100+: 0

ENROLLMENT BY ETHNICITY
Non-U.S. Citizen: 1%
Hispanic/Latine: 4%
Black or African American, non-Hispanic: 5%
White, non-Hispanic: 84%
Native/Indigenous American or Alaska Native, non-Hispanic: 0%
Asian, non-Hispanic: 3%
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander, non-Hispanic: 0%
Two or more races, non-Hispanic: 2%
Race and/or ethnicity unknown: 1%

Great Teaching

SPECIAL STUDY OPTIONS
Programs available at this institution.
Undergraduate 4+1 master’s degree programs
Cross-registration
Double major
Dual enrollment
Exchange student program (domestic)
Honors Program
Independent study
Internships
Liberal arts/career combination
Student-designed major
Study abroad
Teacher certification program
Undergraduate research

Vibrant Communities

RESIDENCE LIFE
Percent of students living on campus.
First-time, first-year (freshman) students: 83%
Undergraduates: 48%

Campus housing options.
Coed dorms
Apartments for single students
Special housing for students with disabilities
Fraternity/sorority housing
Living-learning communities

Successful Outcomes

Admission & Aid

Admission

ADMISSIONS FACTORS
Very Important
Rigor of secondary school record | Academic GPA | Extracurricular activities 

Important
Application Essay | Talent/ability | Character/personal qualities
Volunteer work | Work experience 

Considered
Class rank | Standardized test scores | Recommendation(s)
Interview | First generation | Alumni/ae relation
Geographical residence | Racial/ethnic status | Level of applicant’s interest

TEST SCORES
Optional

FRESHMAN PROFILE
SAT Composite
25th Percentile: 1160 | 75th Percentile: 1320
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th Percentile: 590 | 75th Percentile: 660
SAT Math
25th Percentile: 570 | 75th Percentile: 660
ACT Composite
25th Percentile: 25 | 75th Percentile: 30
ACT Math
25th Percentile: 25 | 75th Percentile: 29
ACT English
25th Percentile: 24 | 75th Percentile: 31
ACT Science
25th Percentile: 24 | 75th Percentile: 29
ACT Reading
25th Percentile: 24 | 75th Percentile: 32

Tuition & Cost

Tuition: $47,300
Fees: $1,800
Room: $7,990
Board: $6,170

Contact John Carroll University

Contact Admissions

jcu.edu/admission/first-year-admission
(216) 397-4294
admission@jcu.edu

Campus Location

1 John Carroll Boulevard
University Heights, OH 44118

Visit JCU Online

www.jcu.edu

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