Carlow University Admission
Acceptance Rate
92.70%
Yield (Enrollment Rate)
19.10%
Freshmen Enrollment
199
SAT Scores
950
For the 2022-2023 admission, a total of 1,124 students have applied and 1,042 students have allowed to admit to Carlow University (Acceptance rate: 92.70%). Carlow's yield, also known as enrollment rate, is 19.10 % where 199 students have finally enrolled out of 1,042 admitted students.
Carlow acceptance rate is higher (easier to admit) compared to Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges in Pennsylvania. Compared to similar schools in rankings such as Arcadia University and East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania, its acceptance rate is slightly higher than the average (relatively easy to get in) (the average acceptance rate of the schools is 81.46%).
Carlow enrollment rate (yield) is lower (less admitted-students enrolled) compared to Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges in Pennsylvania. Compared to similar schools in rankings, its yield is average (average yield is 20.33%).
How to Apply to Carlow University
The following table summarizes the contact and directory information to apply Carlow. Carlow offers benefits for veterans, service member, or qualified family members. You may need to prepare certificate of eligibility (COE ) from the Veterans Affairs .
| Admission | www.carlow.edu/admissions-aid/admissions/ |
|---|---|
| Online Application | https://www.carlow.edu/admissions-aid/admissions/apply/ |
| Financial Aid | www.carlow.edu/admissions-aid/tuition-financial-aid/financial-aid/ |
| Net Price Calculator | www.carlow.edu/admissions-aid/tuition-financial-aid/net-price-calculators/ |
| Veterans Tuition | www.carlow.edu/admissions-aid/admissions/military-veterans/ |
| Athletic | www.carlow.edu/about/quick-facts/graduation-rates-for-athletes/ |
| Disability Service | www.carlow.edu/student-life/student-services/disability-services/ |
Admission Statistics Charts
The following chart visualizes the admission statistics at Carlow and compares to similar schools by type, level and location.
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS).
Test Scores Comparison
In 2023, the average SAT score at Carlow University is 950. Compared to similar schools in college rankings, the admission score of Carlow University is comparable to the schools (average score is 1,093). You can check and compare the SAT and ACT scores by subject with tables and charts.
| SAT Average | ACT Average | |
|---|---|---|
| Carlow University | 950 | 0 |
| Similarly Colleges in Rankings | 1,093 | 23 |
| All U.S. Colleges | 1,123 | 68 |
| Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges | 1,132 | 69 |
| 4-Years Colleges | 1,124 | 68 |
| Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges in Pennsylvania | 1,157 | 73 |
SAT Score by Subject
At Carlow University, 5 students submitted SAT scores (3% of enrolled students).
The average SAT score is about 950 and it is around average than average for Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges in Pennsylvania. The following table shows the SAT average scores by subject and 25th/75th percentile.
| 25th percentile | 50th percentile (Median) | 75th percentile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evidence-Based Reading and Writing | 410 | 460 | 520 |
| Mathematics | 440 | 490 | 580 |
| Total | 850 | 950 | 1,100 |
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)(Last update: December 11, 2023)
Carlow Admission Requirements
The following table summarizes the admission requirement to apply to Carlow University. The school requires 3 items to submit - Secondary school GPA, Secondary school record, and TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language).
6 items are Considered if submitted - Secondary school rank, Completion of college-preparatory program, Recommendations, Admission test scores, Personal statement or essay, and Legacy status.
| Secondary school GPA | Required |
| Secondary school rank | Considered, if submitted |
| Secondary school record | Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program | Considered, if submitted |
| Recommendations | Considered, if submitted |
| Formal demonstration of competencies | Not Considered |
| Admission test scores | Considered, if submitted |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | Required |
| Work experience | Not Considered |
| Personal statement or essay | Considered, if submitted |
| Legacy status | Considered, if submitted |