I scored a 34 on the ACT/1540 on SAT and am a pretty good and involved student, but nothing exceptional. </p> <p About Carleton College. carleton-college. He is a strong student across the boards (4. Carleton is more self selecting (i. :( Advice? Colleges and Universities A-Z. Jun 22, 2019 · How would I know if I’m on the dean’s list for carleton college. I already appealed for more aid from both schools and submitted non-custodial waivers given that I have some recent issues with my father, and he’s no longer a part of my life, so Apr 2, 2007 · <p>I am heavily considering attending Carleton next year. </p> <p>My alumni interviewer said, “Carleton is a nerd school. Oct 19, 2011 · <p>Carleton is need aware but there’s no single quantitative answer anyone can offer as to just how need aware it is. I’m really interested in studying abroad and learning a new language (which I know is stronger at Middlebury), but I also don’t like the weed and alcohol prevalence that seems to be at Middlebury. Carleton had always been somewhat of a safety for me; my stats: 34 ACT 3. I’d like to understand how does Carleton compare with other Private LAC’s like Swarthmore, Amherst, Williams, Middlebury in preparing students for a Medical career? Also if there are stats on how do most premed students at Carleton do on the MCAT that’d be Apr 25, 2005 · College Confidential Forums carleton vs. I know for a fact I want to major in physics, possible major or minor in mathematics as well. Carleton also has a higher percentage of alumni contributing to the school which is often viewed as an indication of the student’s long term satisfaction with their school. And anyway Carleton has an amazing national reputation with employers, graduate, and professional schools so don’t let the location deter you from such an exceptional school!</p> Jan 2, 2023 · This is the official discussion thread for Carleton Class of 2027 RD applicants. Apr 5, 2008 · Also Carleton is right up the hill from main street in northfield, and a few miles from St. Fax: 507 222 4540 Apr 26, 2015 · I’m very grateful to have gotten into two of my top choices: Amherst and Carleton. </p> Carleton College requires a minimum of 210 credits to graduate with a bachelor's degree. This summer my son, a junior at Carleton, participated in a CS/medical research internship that was independent of Carleton. Oct 3, 2008 · College Confidential Forums gay community at carleton. Carleton seems like it will be great college but Haverford seems to have a better location. He has already been accepted by the University of Mar 23, 2024 · This is the official discussion thread for Carleton Class of 2028 RD applicants. For her, it came down to perceived differences in the student bodies - she thought the kids at Carleton seemed happier, friendlier, and more excited to be there; and that the vibe Aug 8, 2021 · Hiiah! I’m a rising senior in HS very interested in both WashU and Carleton. </p> Feb 11, 2009 · College Confidential Forums Physics Major? Colleges and Universities A-Z. m. What majors are you going into? Ask your questions, the CC community is here to help! Dec 14, 2008 · The way your student body collectively perceives Carleton is the same way Carleton’s perceives Pomona and Brown. Mar 23, 2024 · This is the official discussion thread for Carleton Class of 2028 RD applicants. He wants to pursue a B. Oct 16, 2023 · One likely difference between Carleton’s trimesters and most other schools is the course load. I feel like I have a college decision looming with the Nov 1st deadline, not the May 1st one. I’m sure I’d be happy at either, but can anyone speak to the differences between these schools? My impression is that they’re generally equal academically and the main differences are location and the consortium for Pomona. The two have different educational approaches, different atmospheres, and different types of people. I’m not too sure what I want to study in college, but I know these 3 have different strengths. singleparent2005 April 27, 2009, 11:24pm 1 <p>Are there any Apr 28, 2010 · College Confidential Forums Bicycles. **Do you have any advice Apr 27, 2015 · I chose Carleton over USC and I haven’t regretted it once. Join conversations on college admissions, decisions, applications, ACT, SAT, paying for school, scholarships and much more! Aug 22, 2023 · This is the official thread for those applying ED to Carleton College. Aug 18, 2009 · <p>treeman: Carls are unpretentious, but Carleton College is also more traditional than many realize. 35 back in 2001. Phone: 866 767 2275. </p> <p>Best of luck to those still waiting on news. Wilder, and please mention any that are really good in particular. petrosbasileus April 20, 2009, 4:39am 1 <p>I’ve been told Apr 26, 2009 · <p>I have been accepted to both Carleton College and the UIC Honors College. phanitdasack March 30, 2006, 10:48pm 1 <p>Although this may be bias Apr 14, 2010 · College Confidential Forums Party Scene. Apr 7, 2019 · As a little something to go by, you can search for “25 Best Value Small College for a History Degee,” an online article in which Williams appears. 68% for Wes. hellomacy February 28, 2009, 12:46am 1 <p>Generally In 2023, 96. magneticpoet March 23, 2009, 4:24pm 1 <p>I got a lovely, “You Feb 23, 2020 · Although there was much that he liked about Middlebury, Bowdoin, and Williams (all of which are obviously great schools), the vibe at Carleton ended up feeling like such a good fit for him that he decided to apply ED1. Jun 16, 2012 · College Confidential Forums Carleton v. plumpillows March 23, 2018, 2:12pm 1. I know that drinking and drug use is everywhere but I would rather it Latest Carleton College topics - College Confidential Forums. </p> <p>It’s easy to visit the Twin Cities…if you have a friend who is comfortable loaning your a car or if the couple of co-op bus runs each weekend work out for you. Of the colleges that I’ve been accepted into, Carleton and Duke are my Jun 4, 2005 · <p>I’m looking through the class registration program and I was wondering if anyone knew about any of these teachers (I really want to be in classes with good professors): D. Williams. But that may be what my son is choosing between. Apr 25, 2007 · College Confidential Forums Carleton, Georgetown, or Northwestern. </p> <p>My son was deferred by his Ivy first choice in the ED1 round two weeks ago. Hi everyone, I was recently Apr 8, 2020 · I applied to double major in mathematics and computer science and am also considering a French minor. I’m nervous for Friday ngl. Even if you choose your own path, you can confidently apply to medical Apr 13, 2011 · <p>Carleton smaller, more intellectual, the Midwest is so friendly, Northfield is small but not so far to the fabulous twin cities. Anything you can tell me helps! Cost is the same at both schools. e. Carleton’s like a Disneyland for curious, motivated, intelligent individuals where students can explore whatever they want to explore. Mar 2, 2020 · College Confidential Forums Carleton RD 2024. Carleton doesn’t have a social divide between athletes and non-athletes. It's known to be the best college in the Midwest along with Uchicago and WashU. Jul 23, 2008 · <p>Middlebury and Carleton are similar in terms of competitiveness, although Middlebury’s popularity has skyrocketed in the past few years, leading to a much lower acceptance rate. Carleton has built a new integrated Science Facility. If students would like to graduate in less time than normal, they can choose the accelerated degree program. Apr 5, 2009 · “Carleton ranks first overall among four-year liberal arts colleges in the number of students who go on to earn the Ph. 1290-1480 for Wes; 78% in top 10% of HS class for Carleton v. See full list on collegeconfidential. Admission is limited to about two persons per year. in the natural sciences and mathematics (first in the earth sciences, first in chemistry, first in physics/astronomy, first in the biological sciences; and fifth in mathematics) and Carleton is the only college ranked in Apr 20, 2009 · College Confidential Forums Law Program with Columbia. Yoon, L. E_C1 March 18, 2023, 5:34pm 8. but it has an 80% admit rate! And a robust merit program as well! OK, and to be frank, that high admit rate is in large part because it doesn’t get a ton of applications (3334 for a target enrollment of 382–compare that to Carleton which got 8583 for a target of 532), and it has a low yield (14. Some students have externships (internships) during this break & some go on off-campus programs. I really want to be a part of organizations on campus and contribute to causes that I am passionate aboutdance, diversity awareness, and gender equality to name a few. Aug 29, 2009 · <p>Ok so here's the basic point of this post: why should I go to Carleton if I get in? Compared to other liberal arts colleges like Davidson, Bowdoin, and Grinnell, why does Carleton stand out? I would like to here from current Carleton students as well as anyone else that may help--I just want to get the feel of academics, athletics, social life, residential life, and other random things that Mar 18, 2023 · College Confidential Forums Carleton Class of 2027 Official Thread. Apr 11, 2005 · <p>I have heard mixed reviews from Carleton students about Carleton’s trimester system. kfri April 25, 2007, 1:33am 1 <p>My daughter has Jan 20, 2010 · I applied RD to Carleton College on December 31st 2009. Sep 29, 2020 · Carleton and Swarthmore are chalk and cheese as college experiences. I’d consider a Jan 24, 2008 · <p>Looking from a different angle (and hoping not to get into a debate about the value of ranking methodology), as judged by college presidents, provosts, and deans, Carleton s US News peer assessment score of 4. Olaf’s colors) taking up the entire Bald Spot. </p> <p>"Those decisions will be made sometime next week after we receive the enrollment deposits. My intended major is Political Science, with other interests including French (potentially studying abroad), Economics, Computer Science, and History. 28% for Wes; but Carleton students’ stats are a bit stronger, 1330-1490 middle 50% SATs v. Apr 6, 2008 · <p>Anyone who frequents this board may find it a little odd to see me asking this question, but let me explain:</p> <p>After being deferred EDI, I applied to a whole slew of other schools, and got into more of them than I expected to. Colgate hard to get to anywhere from, more “jock” and NYC student body, and on Princeton Review “hard liquor is popular”</p> Jan 16, 2024 · This is the official discussion thread for Carleton Class of 2028 RD applicants. honestlyidek March 19, 2020, 4:31pm 9. While she was very detailed in answering questions about herself and what she'd like in a roommate, Carleton ended up putting her with her polar opposite in almost every possible way--night-owl vs. Consequently US News (for what it’s worth) ranks Carleton the #5 LAC (and 13th most selective) v. supertouch April 25, 2005, 1:27pm 1 <p>ha, so i got accepted to a Mar 9, 2008 · <p>Political science is one of the top 3 majors at Carleton. List your unweighted GPA, any SAT /ACT scores, and ECs. margarr93 April 14, 2010, 5:41pm 1 <p>So, what is the party scene and night Oct 17, 2015 · I’m looking at a lot of small, liberal arts colleges, and have narrowed it down to Middlebury and Carleton as my number 1s. Who is #1 is subject to lots of debate (I’ve never seen Carleton at the top of the list, by the way - not that it matters) so if that’s why you are considering Carleton, that’s not a good reason. 7+ GPA? Which major is better at CArleton and which is Apr 2, 2010 · <p>I was recently offered admission at both Bowdoin and Carleton (among others, but these are the only two I’m considering) but I haven’t yet been able to decide. I keep going back and forth. Also, Tufts is basically in Boston (right outside), and Carleton is in rural Minnesota 40 miles from the Twin Cities. Hi guys! I’ve been Feb 23, 2020 · Although there was much that he liked about Middlebury, Bowdoin, and Williams (all of which are obviously great schools), the vibe at Carleton ended up feeling like such a good fit for him that he decided to apply ED1. Apr 27, 2015 · After her final college visit, to Carleton the summer before senior year, she changed her mind and applied to Carleton ED instead and is very happy with her decision. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. g. His narrowed down list includes Williams, Bowdoin, Carleton & Georgetown (College). searchlight22 April 28, 2010, 8:27pm 1 <p>I did a little web browsing and it Oct 9, 2008 · <p>Current students or their parents, Are there any "problems" that you have found at Carleton, random things that you wish could be fixed? </p> <p>What would be sort of the "weakness" of Carleton College? </p> <p>The downside of things! </p> <p>Don't say like "the cold. ), with a passion for theater, English, creative writing (including comedy and plays), humor, possibly music (a capella, composition). </p> <p Jan 2, 2023 · This is the official discussion thread for Carleton Class of 2027 RD applicants. Regarding a potential gap year, Williams and Carleton have relationships with medical school early assurance programs. First semester this year I am expecting to again get May 1, 2006 · Thank you for checking. Join conversations on college admissions, decisions, applications, ACT, SAT, paying for school, scholarships and much more! Jan 16, 2024 · This is the official discussion thread for Carleton Class of 2028 RD applicants. Swarthmore is famously intense academically. What majors are you going into? Ask your questions, the CC community is here to help! Dec 15, 2007 · <p>Hi, I know that these can get kind of annoying, but if you wouldn’t mind, I’d love to know if you think I have a chance at Carleton for EDII. Mar 23, 2005 · I got my letter from Carleton today. " I'm looking for more practical answers such as "the insensitivity of REsidential life office" or "I wish Sayles had Mar 23, 2024 · This is the official discussion thread for Carleton Class of 2028 RD applicants. I Aug 18, 2008 · Carleton’s acceptance rate is fractionally higher–32% in 2007 v. All seem to have friendly, engaged, students, and a liberal arts-y curriculum. Many students About Carleton College. Feb 23, 2020 · Although there was much that he liked about Middlebury, Bowdoin, and Williams (all of which are obviously great schools), the vibe at Carleton ended up feeling like such a good fit for him that he decided to apply ED1. here is the reply. Apr 27, 2009 · College Confidential Forums Carleton vs. RD Application Deadline is: January 15. Apr 8, 2022 · After getting back all of my college decisions, I’ve narrowed down my final three to Macalester, Middlebury, and Carleton College. I have a few questions that people with Carleton or USMA experiences might be able to answer. Haha128 Oct 31, 2009 · College Confidential Forums Math at Carleton. What majors are you going into? Ask your questions, the CC community is here to help! Mar 23, 2018 · College Confidential Forums Carleton vs Macalester. beachmom25 October 31, 2009, 9:31am 1 <p>S interested in majoring in Nov 3, 2014 · <p>Carleton is a jewel in the Twin Cities’ backyard- major connections to the Minneapolis/St Paul business hub. Such designations are made in recognition of outstanding qualities of scholarship, character Sep 27, 2009 · College Confidential Forums Carl Application Checklist. While I didn’t look specifically at geographic breakdown for students at each school, I’m guessing – and someone can correct me – that Carleton still pulls more students from the midwest while Bowdoin pulls more from the east coast. Exceptions, not the rule. Mar 23, 2009 · College Confidential Forums Waitlisted. I remember from my senior year of high school that Carleton was my favorite College (other than USMA), but I didn t get in. I’m hoping that current/recent students or parents can give me their opinions on the pros and cons of Carleton. So a student takes fewer courses at any given point, but the courses meet for more time and assign more work per week. Dec 27, 2009 · <p>After reading the previous thread, I feel a little foolish asking this question, and ask forgiveness if it sounds conceited in any way. And off-campus research is a possibility too, in the summer or the long winter break. </p> <p>In the years leading up to the recession, up to 99% of Carleton admissions decisions were made need-blind (in fact, several years ago, the school was 100% need-blind). </p> <p>He must now decide whether to apply RD to this same Ivy, plus another Ivy, and three LACs, including Carleton. Jan 16, 2024 · This is the official discussion thread for Carleton Class of 2028 RD applicants. Mar 29, 2018 · Hi all! At this point, I’ve essentially heard back from all the schools I applied to (with the exception of Reed which I don’t intend to go to if admitted), and I’m deciding between Swarthmore and Carleton. Occasionally, there is a thread that is negative, and there is always some partial truth to the negatives. 13: During my junior year, I got a 4. I am in complete shock. My son enjoyed all the folks he met during their summer writing program and the local alums could not have been nicer. Oct 30, 2008 · College Confidential Forums Graduation Requirement. I live in Oklahoma and my mom isn’t exactly “rollin’ in the Benjamins” so I haven’t been able to/probably will not be able to visit Bowdoin, but I was able to drive to Carleton this past fall break and loved it. How big of a factor should location be? Will Carleton have less job interviews/ research opportunities because of About Carleton College. Oct 14, 2023 · Amherst College offers too much to pass up for one not intent on entering a PhD program–in which case Carleton College would be a strong contender alongside Amherst College. At Carleton College 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1540 and 25% of scored lower than 1430, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers. mcawesome October 3, 2008, 12:18pm 1 <p>is there one? a bowdoin-college, carleton-college, dickinson-college, macalester-college, swarthmore-college, wesleyan-university, haverford-college, st-olaf-college, pomona-college, colby-college 20 1995 Feb 23, 2020 · Although there was much that he liked about Middlebury, Bowdoin, and Williams (all of which are obviously great schools), the vibe at Carleton ended up feeling like such a good fit for him that he decided to apply ED1. However, distance Latest Carleton College topics - College Confidential Forums. ctyankee April 27, 2009, 11:00pm 1 <p>If anyone attended Carleton About Carleton College. 59 / 4. com Jan 2, 2023 · This is the official discussion thread for Carleton Class of 2027 RD applicants. So 9 Carleton courses is equivalent to 8 at most semester schools. 3%, compared to 37. In addition to dean’s list, graduation honors - cum, magna, summa cum laude - are still awarded come graduation day along with a host of departmental and sub-specialized honors: Aug 22, 2023 · This is the official thread for those applying ED to Carleton College. 3% for Carleton). Just how it is. RainThorn26558 April 7, 2018, 4:07am 1. Bob. Swarthmore. Biology at Carleton is particularly good and, unless you are looking for a large-university experience, you can’t go wrong with Carleton. 0, National Merit Scholar, e. , while on patrol Security found the Arb Truck stuck in the middle of the small pond by the grounds shop. Campus involvement means a lot to me. May 4, 2023 · hi everybody! so after committing to Smith College last monday, I just got a call from Carleton that I’m off the waitlist and I don’t know what to do! I love both schools and am genuinely 50/50 right now I have until May 8 to respond. Not sporty, more Feb 22, 2015 · The reference to Carleton seemed to be a just a put down…like Carleton students don’t choose career paths to lead them to play in the big leagues (whether in football or music). What majors are you going into? Ask your questions, the CC community is here to help! Dec 30, 2008 · <p>People ask questions shamelessly on facebook. Olaf. I would suggest going through 5 - 15 pages of College Confidential threads to get a sense of the negatives. I don’t agree that this is the case, but it would be great to see a Carletonian article or something arguing with this. President Oden’s April Fools joke to the campus - the announcement of an enormous administrative office building (designed in St. A small part of me wanted May 6, 2023 · Hello! First post, sorry if it’s in the wrong spot. Mar 31, 2006 · <p>I was accepted into Carleton, and have been interested in going to it for a while. Prowe, S. (@ future students like me who see this, don’t worry so much!) I was pretty in love with Reed (accepted EA) but now that the others are in the picture, I’m leaning towards Midd but looking for some feedback. Although students seem to enjoy focusing on 1 less course per trimester, some say that the pace of each course can be brutal and the longer classes at times tedious; they also report that it’s very difficult to catch up if you Mar 17, 2005 · <p>Has anyone attended the 1-week Carleton Liberal Arts Experience at Carleton College in Northfield, Minnesota? </p> <p>Can you share some information about the what you got out of the experience, how were the other student participants, professors, how much reading, writing and dialogue was there, etc. However, I’m currently completely stuck between them. ” I actually heard this a lot although I’m not sure what gave met this impression so strongly - probably the reputation of rigorous academics and weak social life and nonexistent parties, which Apr 21, 2020 · Hello! This is a repost with some different details My top three are Reed, Middlebury, and Carleton. I also checked the articles of many other similar Dec 9, 2013 · <p>I m considering a transfer to an LAC, and Carleton is at the top of my list. Mar 23, 2024 · This is the official discussion thread for Carleton Class of 2028 RD applicants. The mean composite SAT score for a Carleton College student is 1490. I don't hate liberal arts, like polisci or philosophy--rather, I am virtually clueless on what they are all Sep 30, 2020 · Hi Folks, My son is extremely interested in attending Carleton College. The people here are amazing and the teaching is so top notch that my friends who chose USC can’t even imagine what it’s like to be at Carleton. What majors are you going into? Ask your questions, the CC community is here to help! Mar 9, 2020 · Hey guys, I have been looking at these two colleges for quite some time and cannot figure which will be a better fit. Apr 7, 2015 · Hi, I am currently deciding where to go to college and, as of now, Carleton is my top choice. Dylan February 11, 6 Carleton College 13 7 Princeton University 13 Apr 14, 2011 · <p>Seems this specific comparison is missing from the index of "Carleton vs. Join conversations on college admissions, decisions, applications, ACT, SAT, paying for school, scholarships and much more! Sep 21, 2020 · Consider trimester at Carleton vs. morning person, liberal vs. 8 for the year, so, according to my counselor, I “matured greatly” and that a small liberal arts college would appreciate that. It told me I was waitlisted. There are a number of students, alums, parents, and staff that will rush to Carleton’s Dec 14, 2023 · And it offers all this . </p> <p>GPA: 3. May 3, 2009 · <p>For what it's worth, my daughter went through the roommate questionnaire process two years ago. When I got my Swarthmore envelope I nearly died of happiness–it had been such a long, long wait, and at that point was so unexpected. Apr 4, 2005 · I think you will find that Carleton is almost always higher than Wellesley in this area. Apr 7, 2018 · College Confidential Forums Carleton vs Bowdoin. Join conversations on college admissions, decisions, applications, ACT, SAT, paying for school, scholarships and much more! Oct 10, 2012 · <p>There are various rankings for liberal arts colleges and Carleton and Vassar are generally among the top 15. Three weeks have passed and I’ve heard nothing from them 😕 Other colleges I applied to have emailed me usernames and passwords to let me check on the status of my application. Hey guys. I would recommend their program to anyone that wanted a top-flight liberal arts college and a friendly place to spend four years. Vassar is equally well respected Aug 14, 2024 · This is the official thread for those applying ED to Carleton College. Carleton has so much depth in Ultimate that it fields both D1 and D3 teams in both mens and womens that contend for national titles each year. SAY June 16, 2012, 12:28pm 41 <p>As pointed out above this is way . Ask your questions and connect with fellow applicants. " do is there anyone still extremely keen on joining carleton college?? <p>I emailed the admission office for the time for receiving the waitlist decisions. Mar 28, 2019 · Carleton students also have a long break between just before Thanksgiving and just after New Year’s. Facilities: I’ve heard that Grinnell has excellent science facilities. </p> Oct 14, 2023 · The MIAC, Carleton’s conference, is more laid back. D. Carleton vs. Colleges and Universities A-Z. </p> <p>About my S: loves international relations, biology, poli sci, history, English, foreign languages, music. Do I only find out after summer break or before that? carleton19 July 15, 2019, 3:51am Jan 7, 2022 · Carleton College carleton-college , regular-decision , official , fall-2022 , class-of-2026 , carleton2026 CC_Joy January 7, 2022, 1:03am Apr 21, 2018 · You are aware that a good education could be had at either of the three institutions you are considering. 4 is bested among LACs only by Amherst, Swarthmore, Williams and Wellesley. As far as I see it, the differences between my options are are: Carleton vs Case Ruralish vs urban LAC vs research less diverse vs more diverse Some other notes: At case, my major would be part of the school of medicine, and therefore integrated with their health education system. Don’t feel the need to keep them all here–you’ll only get responses from the few people connected to Carleton who check in, whereas facebook will have dozens of people following the discussions. Rave reviews about the school, mind you, but not about the trimester system. P. Carleton College Admissions. To get into WashU I’d have to ED, but I’m not sure if I’m committed enough to do so. End goal is to go to Grad School in Mar 23, 2024 · This is the official discussion thread for Carleton Class of 2028 RD applicants. . </p> <p>Thanks so much!</p> Aug 22, 2023 · This is the official thread for those applying ED to Carleton College. </p> Jan 2, 2023 · This is the official discussion thread for Carleton Class of 2027 RD applicants. columbia. Jun 8, 2008 · Under this plan a student combines three years of study at Carleton with three years at Columbia Law School. Mar 25, 2018 · Does anyone happen to know anything about the William Carleton Scholars program? I was designated one in the acceptance letter, but it only states: “In memory of the man for whom the College is named, a small number of students in each entering class are designated honorary William Carleton Scholars. Olaf, another really nice college. , although there are fewer applicants, there is a similar ratio of highly qualified students applying). Obviously giving up the great opportunity that May 31, 2008 · Carleton was given the 4th highest correction factor in the country behind Swarthmore, Williams and Duke but I'd mention that this data is several years old (more than a decade). In the simple words, Carleton is one of the best LAC's in the nation that offers the most rigorous education. Carleton College. </p> <p>Am I supposed to recieve some type of reponse confirming what Jan 2, 2023 · This is the official discussion thread for Carleton Class of 2027 RD applicants. Carleton College accepts transfer credits. ? How did it compare to other 1-week college experiences? (please don’t compare to a 3 Apr 12, 2024 · Carleton College One North College Street Northfield, MN 55057 Director: Margi Youmans. Apr 24, 2011 · <p>My S has the luck of having been accepted at many fine LAC’s as well as national universities. 995 GPA unweighted rank 3/140</p> <p>State champion one-act play, 2nd place state knowledge bowl, other good ecs Good essay that Harvard people said was memorable. Right now, I would be planning to apply to graduate school for math, but would also consider working after getting my undergrad and using the comp sci degree more (obviously all of this could change once I go to college). There are 1,910 spots available in on-campus housing for all 2,056 undergraduates. What majors are you going into? Ask your questions, the CC community is here to help! Mar 2, 2010 · College Confidential Forums MIT vs. Nov 14, 2009 · From [url= The Carletonian – Carleton College's student newspaper since 1877]The Carletonian: Security Blotter /url "Wednesday, November 11 7:30 p. Carleton is a top 10 liberal arts college where professors are consistently ranked the best in the nation for their commitment to undergraduate teaching. However, I'm more into math and science--specifically, physics. Mar 10, 2016 · For whatever it is worth, this thread may not be the best way to get Cons about Carleton. Jan 4, 2016 · Carleton has a longstanding reputation (going back more than 40 years) for being liberal and a little bit granola. Mar 30, 2006 · College Confidential Forums Bowdoin VS Carleton. Apr 1, 2010 · <p>The difference, very simply put, is that Tufts is a small-medium university, and Carleton is a Liberal Arts College. studycreateDBSK September 27, 2009, 5:27pm 1 <p>I'm getting Mar 29, 2007 · <p>The Twin Cities are way cooler and bigger and offer more post-college employment opportunities than Cleveland does. Indeed, I love both physics and math dearly. A full load at Carleton is 3 courses, not 4. Dec 25, 2013 · Carleton’s science departments do offer a variety of research opportunities on campus. She’s enjoyed all of the professors and will be doing a study abroad program (there are 3 Carleton offers related to political science - The Netherlands, China, and Washington DC). It’s a co-ed, residential college of about 2,000 students. I’m looking at a bunch of LAC’s and trying to compare one to another in terms of character, rigor of academics, etc. I don’t think there’s a very big overlap in the people who apply to Carleton and the people who apply to MIT or Columbia, and it’s nowhere near as large as the Carleton/Macalester, Carleton/Grinnell, Carleton/Brown, or Carleton/Williams overlaps. I m currently a second-year Cadet at West Point. Apr 2, 2010 · A couple of noteworthy pranks at Carleton this week - The appearance of Schiller (SCHILLER!) on the Colbert Report. For me each school has a major pro: Carleton has best undergrad teaching and a very chill, unpretentious environment, Middlebury has the most prestige (especially for May 8, 2012 · <p>Hey fellow Carls, I was recently curious to know more about the notable alumni/ faculties of the Carleton College, so I did some searching over the internet. The deadline was January 15th 2010. Latest Carleton College topics - College Confidential Forums. I’ve visited both and in both cases I really liked the vibe I got. 8% of students lived off-campus or commuted to Carleton College. They also have connections to the VA and Cleveland Clinic Apr 22, 2012 · Carleton (which is the only top liberal arts college I can think of that gives paid scholarships to National Merit Scholars) places a higher emphasis on standardized testing relative to Williams, while Williams places a higher priority on other factors, such as diversity and academic performance in high school. 0/4. Nov 29, 2009 · <p>Carleton is a class act. Mar 24, 2019 · College Confidential Forums Waitlisted at Carleton. 2% of undergrads at Carleton College lived in some kind of on-campus housing and 3. How hard is it to get an A on science and non science courses? How many average students per course get an A? Are courses graded with a curve? If yes, si the gradig curve harsher than a curve in a bigger university? How difficult is it to get a 3. S. FWIW If your son became unhappy at his ultimate choice, transferring into Carleton College or Kenyon College is much easier than transferring into Amherst College. My daughter just declared this her major (with international relations). </p> <p>Overall, if I had chosen between these schools (I ended up going in a different direction, mainly for athletic reasons), I would have chosen Carleton, but I am also from Minnesota so I am fairly biased. Using introvert/extrovert in the most simplistic stereotypical sense, Swarthmore tends to the intro, Carleton to the extro. How liberal? Even at the height of the Reagan Era, liberals outnumbered conservatives by about 4 to 1, according to data from annual CIRP surveys of incoming Carleton freshman. </p> Aug 22, 2023 · This is the official thread for those applying ED to Carleton College. mentler March 2, 2010, 11:05am 1 <p>I’ve not seen a Oct 1, 2008 · <p> also why do people choose Carleton over MIT Columbia UCHIcago? I rarely see similar cases for Wes or Midd. Personally, I favor Carleton College, partly because I am an alum and a current parent. " thread, above. Apr 27, 2009 · College Confidential Forums Summer Writing Program. He is very creative, somewhat distractible May 17, 2011 · <p>So I recently got off the waiting list at Pomona, after I had put my deposit in at Carleton, and I have to decide quite soon. edu. . </p> <p>crixx: The median GPA at Carleton was actually a 3. </p> <p>Is it possible that Carleton waitlisted me because they Aug 22, 2023 · This is the official thread for those applying ED to Carleton College. starbucks08 October 30, 2008, 10:41am 1 <p>Hi, hi, hi. very conservative, extremely religious vs. Which one in your opinion will be the best fit for a physics major. By far the biggest sport at Carleton is Ultimate Frisbee, a club sport. Yes D is and we Nov 11, 2008 · <p>Hey guys. About me/Context -Female/ mixed (AA/EA) but from a suburb of Minneapolis so I’m Aug 22, 2023 · These are maybe on your list already, but a few names I see pretty frequently coming up alongside Carleton are Grinnell, Macalaster, Oberlin, and St. But when I checked the most common website (Wikipedia), I was really disappointed to see very few notable people associated with Carleton compared to that of other similar LACs. I want to go on to med school. </p> <p>That being said, Wellesley is a great school. Having a tough time deciding (yes, we both visited all so have a feel for them). After completion of the six year program, the student is awarded two degrees, a BA degree from Carleton and a JD degree from Columbia. Feb 28, 2009 · College Confidential Forums Social Life/Dorm Life at Carleton. semester at Bowdoin, consider ease of travel for you to each location. secular, etc. I want to major in psychology, and I am also pretty interested in women and gender studies. Feb 5, 2009 · To be honest, I could not be less interested in Broomball, Ultimate Frisbee, and its other random "quirky" activities, hahaha. plantmap March 24, 2019, 6:03am 1. S in Biology (Premed track). A little background on me: Intended major is math on an academia route. Email: summer@carleton. And while both campuses are pretty much bordered by corn fields, Carleton has the 900 acre Arboretum, and lakes and rivers and hills right in the middle of the main part of campus. Hamilton. IMO, Carleton students are quirky, smart and fun. kacjebc ayoqq tebmrth zwldua ywu fwek wljgf bayrzg bptcqr jplqrcoq