Prospective Students

With over 2,700 undergraduate students, nearly 500 graduate students and more than 95 areas of study, we're big enough to offer you a first-class academic experience, yet small enough to make you feel at home. As Wisconsin's first institution of higher education, we know a thing or two about preparing students for success. Check out the links below to begin exploring Carroll University. 

Find Your Path.

Admission

Discover the details of the Carroll University admission process—how to apply, counselor contact information, important forms and more. 

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Visit Carroll University

The best way to see if Carroll is the right fit is to see campus—attend an open house or contact us to schedule an individual campus visit.

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Request Information

Tell us a little about yourself and what you're looking for and we'll be in touch with more information relating to your interests.

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Apply

We accept applications year-round and it's always free and easy to apply.

Pioneer Core

The world is your classroom at Carroll. Discover it through our innovative general education curriculum.

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Academics

Choose from 95+ areas of study and find out how our exclusive-to-Carroll Pioneer Core adds value to your education.

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Financial Aid and Scholarships

Numerous scholarship opportunities and other forms of aid make Carroll affordable for our students.

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Fast Facts

View our student demographics, campus facilities, alumni statistics, degrees, top majors and more.

Campus and Student Life

You Belong at Carroll

From the day you step foot on our campus you'll feel at home. Discover our campus residence halls and dining options, student organizations and event programs, athletics teams, volunteer opportunities and much, much more. 

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Student Services

Learn how we support our Pioneers inside and outside of the classroom through Academic Support Services, Counseling and Disability support, Student Health Services, Public Safety and more.  

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Discover Your New Home

Our 50 acre main campus is nestled in a safe, historic neighborhood in Waukesha, Wis.

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Additional Details

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Getting Here

Our charming riverfront city is minutes from Wisconsin's largest city, Milwaukee, and under two hours from Chicago.

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Athletics

We compete in 22 NCAA Division III athletics teams in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin.

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Pioneer Shop

Show your Pioneer spirit with latest Carroll University apparel and accessories.

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Social Media

Stay up to date with what's happening at Carroll University

See Yourself at Carroll

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