John Carroll University Ohio

Private Jesuit university near Cleveland with accessible admissions and a strong business program focus.

College statistics

Address:
1 John Carroll Boulevard
University Heights, OH
44118
Sector Group:
Private Not-for-Profit 4-Year or Above
Official Website:
jcu.edu/
Setting:
Suburb
Annual In-State Tuition:
$48,700
Annual Out-of-State Tuition:
$48,700
Total Cost of Attendance (In-State):
$64,530
Total Cost of Attendance (Out-of-State):
$64,530
Room and Board:
$15,830
Total Student Enrollment:
2,773
Acceptance Rate:
81.1%
SAT Reading 75th Percentile:
670
SAT Math 75th Percentile:
680
ACT Composite 75th Percentile:
30
Endowment (End of Year):
$286,479,073
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Lower Access, Higher Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

John Carroll University is a private, Catholic liberal arts university in University Heights, Ohio, a suburb east of Cleveland. Founded by the Jesuits, the institution enrolls 2,773 students and offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs with an emphasis on business, management, marketing, and related fields.

Tuition is $48,700 annually, with total cost of attendance including room and board at $64,530. The university maintains an 81% acceptance rate, making admissions accessible. Admitted students typically score at the 75th percentile of 670 on SAT Reading and 680 on SAT Math, or 30 on the ACT Composite. Many students receive financial aid and pay significantly less than the published rate.

The university reports a strong endowment of approximately $286 million, supporting its academic programs and student resources. John Carroll suits students seeking a mid-sized, values-centered education with practical business and professional preparation in a suburban setting near a major metropolitan area. For more information, visit jcu.edu/.

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