John Carroll University
University Heights, Ohio · Private
John Carroll University admitted 77% of 4,745 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1220–1330 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 76% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at John Carroll University
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Application deadlines
John Carroll University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- November 1, 2026
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application is free. John Carroll University asks for the Common App personal essay and a counselor recommendation.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check John Carroll University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
John Carroll University offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.
What admissions weighs
How John Carroll University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
Important
- Essay
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- Volunteering
Considered
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Legacy
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Not considered
- First generation
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.77 GPA. 30% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $67,710 a year. After grants, students paid $30,790 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is John Carroll University’s acceptance rate?
John Carroll University admitted 77% of applicants: 3,669 of 4,745 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is John Carroll University’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due November 1, 2026 and regular admission is rolling. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for John Carroll University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1220 to 1330, with a median around 1290. A score at or above 1290 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is John Carroll University’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27.
What does John Carroll University require?
Besides the application and transcript, John Carroll University asks for the Common App personal essay and a counselor recommendation.
Does John Carroll University have supplemental essays?
No. John Carroll University has no supplemental essays for 2026–27. You send only the Common App personal essay.
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