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Carthage College

Kenosha, Wisconsin · Private Non-Profit

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$46,116

Acceptance Rate

84%

Graduation Rate

63%

Annual Tuition

$36,500

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of Carthage College earn a median of $56,950 ten years after entry — 5% above the national median. Acceptance rate 84.2%, average SAT score 1150, in-state tuition $36,500.

At a Glance

Total Students

2,628

Retention Rate

82%

Faculty Ratio

13

Financial Aid

83%

Median Debt

$26,000

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

Admissions: SAT & ACT Scores

Average SAT Score

1,150

ACT Composite (middle 50%)

20–25

Institution Overview

Carthage College is a private, non-profit institution with 2,628 students. The college has an 84.2% acceptance rate and an 81.6% retention rate. The graduation rate is 62.6%. The in-state tuition is $36,500, and 83.3% of students receive financial aid.

One year after graduation, the median earnings are $42,860. Five years after graduation, median earnings rise to $46,116, and ten years after graduation, median earnings are $56,950. The median debt for students is $26,000.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$43k

1 YEAR

$46k

5 YEARS

$57k

10 YEARS

Top 47% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Carthage College alumni earn a median of $42,860. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $46,116, and ten years after graduation, median earnings reach $56,950. The median debt for Carthage College graduates is $26,000. 83.3% of students receive financial aid.

Carthage College has an 84.2% acceptance rate and a 62.6% graduation rate. The retention rate is 81.6%. The annual in-state tuition is $36,500. The college has a total student population of 2,628.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Graduates 81 / yr
Median Salary $53,555

Marketing

Graduates 65 / yr
Median Salary $50,175

Finance and Financial Management Services

Graduates 44 / yr
Median Salary $58,543

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

Graduates 43 / yr
Median Salary $74,265

Biology, General

Graduates 41 / yr
Median Salary $37,903

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Graduates 41 / yr
Median Salary $47,185

Health and Physical Education/Fitness

Graduates 36 / yr
Median Salary $36,638

Psychology, General

Graduates 27 / yr
Median Salary $27,741

Accounting and Related Services

Graduates 26 / yr
Median Salary $61,887

Neurobiology and Neurosciences

Graduates 25 / yr
Median Salary $29,454

Criminal Justice and Corrections

Graduates 24 / yr
Median Salary $39,551

Communication and Media Studies

Graduates 24 / yr
Median Salary $33,580

Design and Applied Arts

Graduates 20 / yr
Median Salary $35,511

Music

Graduates 20 / yr
Median Salary $24,273

English Language and Literature, General

Graduates 20 / yr
Median Salary $34,587

Educational Administration and Supervision

Graduates 20 / yr
Median Salary $55,601

Political Science and Government

Graduates 16 / yr
Median Salary $24,259

Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft

Graduates 14 / yr
Median Salary $28,727

Special Education and Teaching

Graduates 14 / yr
Median Salary $48,593

Natural Resources Conservation and Research

Graduates 12 / yr
Median Salary $25,553

Chemistry

Graduates 12 / yr
Median Salary $45,188

Economics

Graduates 11 / yr
Median Salary $36,493

Mathematics

Graduates 9 / yr
Median Salary $52,593

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Campus Location

Kenosha, Wisconsin

Kenosha, WI 53140-1994

Carthage College is located in Kenosha, Wisconsin. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Carthage College has an acceptance rate of 84.2%.