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Carlow University, formerly Carlow College, is small, private, not-for-profit university located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The student population is just over 2,000 students and the majority of students are female (87%). The school was founded in 1929 and offers programs at the certificate, associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctorate levels. The programs students are most drawn to are Registered Nursing, Biology, Psychology, Accounting, and Education.

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Overview of Carlow University

Students enrolled at Carlow have the option to live on or off campus. And, because the school sits in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh, there is plenty to see, do, and experience while attending school. Weatherwise, students at Carlow will experience all four seasons, including cold winters and hot, humid summers. If students need a more non-traditional college experience, day and evening classes are available, and distance or online learning is also an option.

General Information

School Type	Private not-for-profit
Campus Setting	City: Large
Campus Housing	Yes
Student Faculty Ratio	11:1
Graduation Rate	58%
Year Founded	1929

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Student Enrollment

Total Students2,022

Undergraduate
1,298

Graduate
724

Undergraduate Student

Male 221

221

Female 1,077

1,077

Graduate Student

Male 123

123

Female 601

601

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Carlow University Acceptance Rate and Admissions

APPLICATIONS650

Male 112

Female 538

ACCEPTANCE611

Male 100

Female 516

Acceptance Rate94%

Male 89%

Female 96%

Enrollment 208

Male 30

Female 178

Admissions
Application Fee	N/A
High School GPA	Required
High School Rank	Recommended
High School Transcripts	Required
College Prep Courses	Recommended
Recommendations	Considered But Not Required
SAT/ACT	Required
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)	Required
Application Deadline	Rolling
Common Application Accepted	No

Carlow University Tuition Cost & Financial Aid

The cost of an education is a definite consideration when choosing the right school.

Below is the cost information for those who attend Carlow University:

Tuition for a full-time in-state student: $30,528
Tuition for a full-time out-of-state student: $30,528
Room and board for students who live on campus: $11,902
Total cost of tuition and room and board: $42,430

Around 98% of students receive Pell grants, scholarships, and other forms of aid. Once the scholarship and grant funds have applied to the cost, students on average are left with a net price of $20,515. This is the amount the student must cover to pay for school. For most students, this funding is covered through student loans.

Average net price	2018-2019
Net Price	$20,515
Average Total Aid	$22,937
Students Receiving Financial Aid	100%
Room & Board	$11,902

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Sticker Price

Tuition In-State - $30,528
Tuition Out-of-State - $30,528
Books and Supplies - $1,400
Room & Board - $11,902
Other - $2,082

Academics

Here are some statistics regarding the academics at Carlow University:

Retention Rate
Carlow University has a retention rate of 78%. This means that, out of every 100 incoming freshmen, 78 students return for their second year. From a student perspective, this means that you will graduate school with a majority of the students you started with, if you graduate from Carlow, which makes creating lifelong friendships and networking opportunities easier.
Graduation Rate
Fifty-eight percent of Carlow students graduate within six years. Some students finish sooner (43% finish in four years) and others need longer than six years to complete their degree. But a graduation rate of 58% is a good indication that most students graduate within a reasonable time frame.
Student to Faculty Ratio: 11:1
This ratio means that there are 11 students for each instructor. This means the classes are on the smaller side, which makes for more intimate classroom experiences, and instructors have more opportunities for one-on-one assistance if needed.

Small class sizes and a decent retention rate means that students at Carlow can have a rewarding and unique educational experience.

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Student Population Total

Student Population 2,022

Undergraduate
1,298

Graduate
724

Evening Classes : Yes

Online Learning : Yes

Student Faculty Ratio - 11:1

Most Popular Programs & Majors

(# of Diplomas Awarded by Subject)

Health Professions and Related Programs	164 Total Graduates / 52%
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse	124 Graduates
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist	18 Graduates
Health/Health Care Administration/Management	17 Graduates
Art Therapy/Therapist	5 Graduates
All Biological & Biomedical Majors	36 Total Graduates / 11%
Biology/Biological Sciences, General	35 Graduates
Neurobiology and Neurosciences, Other	1 Graduates
All Psychology Majors	27 Total Graduates / 8%
Psychology, General	27 Graduates
All Business Majors	21 Total Graduates / 7%
Business Administration and Management, General	14 Graduates
Accounting	5 Graduates
Human Resources Management and Services, Other	2 Graduates
All Education Majors	15 Total Graduates / 5%
Early Childhood Education and Teaching	14 Graduates
Art Teacher Education	1 Graduates
All Other Diplomas	17%

Outcome & Salary

Graduates of Carlow University can expect to earn around $47,100 early in their careers and have their income increase to $75,300 by mid-career. This makes their projected 10-year maximum income potential around $753,000. With a net price of $20,515, students can expect to earn enough to pay back any loans they needed to complete their studies.

Graduates Salary
College Grads Early Career Salary	$47,100
College Grads Average Salary	$65,672
College Grads Mid Career Salary	$75,300

Return on Investment (ROI)
10 Year Salary Earnings Potential	$656,720
20 Year Salary Earnings Potential	$1,409,720
Cost of Education (Net Price) 4 Year	$82,060
10 Year Projected ROI	$574,660
20 Year Projected ROI	$1,327,660

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National Average Salary	$38,792
10 Year Projected Income	$387,920
20 Year Projected Income	$775,840

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