Carroll University
Carroll University is one of the thirty-three private, not-for-profit 4-year colleges in Wisconsin. The campus is located in an urban area, in Waukesha.
According to the NCES 2017 report, a total of 3,452 students attend the school. In the 2017 fall enrollment, 724 freshman students enrolled, and approximately 572 students returned for their sophomore year (which makes its freshman retention rate 79%). Every year 66% of the graduating class students graduate in 150% of the time it takes to complete their studies.Carroll University's in-state tuition for the 2017-2018 academic year was $30,403, and fees were $741. Out-of-state tuition and fees for the same period were $30,403 and $741 respectively.
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleSmall City |
| Number of Students3,452 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio16:1 |
| Is Admission OpenNo |
| Religious Affiliation Presbyterian Church (USA) |
| Level4-year |
| TypePrivate |
| Business ModelNot-for-profit |
| On Campus HousingYes |
| Retention Rate79% |
Nursing Programs
The Carroll University Nursing program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. The Four year BSN program offers students a rigorous curriculum consisting of theoretical and practical instruction preparing students for the National Licensure Examination.
Admission into the program can be either through direct or delayed admission options.
Some of these requirments are:
for Direct Admission:
- High School Diploma
- ACT score of 21 or high school cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher
For Delayed Admission:
- Submission of application into the program
- Transcripts from high school
- Transcripts for all college level course work (cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher)
- Personal statement
The program changes admission and progression standards on the basis of regulatory licensing or certification. Admission review is conducted by a selection committee and the Office of Admission will notify applicants as to the final decision reached on their application.
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Bachelor's degree | 5 | 73 |
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Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
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North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission 01/01/1913 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels CCNE 09/29/2005 - Current |
Admission
71%
Acceptance RateEnrolled students test score (Fall 2017)
| SAT | 975 to 1210 |
| ACT | 21 to 26 |
Admission considerations
| Secondary school GPA Required |
| Secondary school rank Recommended |
| Secondary school record Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program Recommended |
| Recommendations Required |
| Formal demonstration of competencies Neither required nor recommended |
| Admission test scores (SAT/ACT) Required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Required |
| Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Neither required nor recommended |
In addition to the college's admission requirements each nursing program might have its own admission criteria (such as: TEAS score, HESI A2 score, nursing prerequisites GPA, etc).
Cost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
| Undergrad courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $390/credit | |
| In State Students | $390/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $390/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $592/credit | |
| In State Students | $592/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $592/credit | |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
| Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN | 45 | $17,550 | $17,550 | $17,550 |
| ADN | 70 | $27,300 | $27,300 | $27,300 |
| BSN | 125 | $48,750 | $48,750 | $48,750 |
| FNP | 50 | $29,600 | $29,600 | $29,600 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 100% of Carroll University's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 26% | $3,943 |
| Other Federal Grant | 26% | $893 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 27% | $2,844 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 100% | $16,522 |
| Federal Student Loans | 71% | $5,610 |
| Private Loans | 18% | $12,352 |
$23,492
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$18,057 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$19,338 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$20,753 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$24,277 |
| Over $110,000$25,437 |
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Student Population
2,982
Undergrads
470
Graduates
2,245
Women
1,207
Men
88%
Full-time
12%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
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White |
80% |
|
Hispanic |
7% |
|
Asian |
4% |
|
Non-resident alien |
3% |
|
Two or more races |
3% |
|
Race/ethnicity unknown |
2% |
|
Black/African American |
1% |
|
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and Wisconsin state board of nursing.
