Carlow University
Faith-based college · Pittsburgh, PA · 1,348 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
87%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
960–1168
ACT (middle 50%)
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Average net price
$22,455
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$51,454
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
69%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Carlow University?
Carlow University accepts about 87 of every 100 applicants (87%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 960 and 1168 on the SAT. A score at or above 1168 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 960, your scores are below most.
The latest federal data says Carlow University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Carlow University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Carlow University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $51,454 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $22,455 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $37,132 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$37,132
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$37,132
- Room & board$14,142
- Total cost of attendance$51,454
- Average net price after grants$22,455
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Education, Biology, Business, Psychology.
Carlow University FAQ
- What is Carlow University's acceptance rate?
- 87% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Carlow University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 960–1168. Aim for 1168 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- Is Carlow University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Carlow University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Carlow University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Carlow University cost?
- About $51,454 a year before aid; $22,455 on average after grants.
- What is Carlow University's FAFSA school code?
- 003303. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Carlow University receives your information.
- What is Carlow University's graduation rate?
- 69% of students finish within six years.
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