Ranked among the nation’s best colleges, Carleton College is a small, private liberal arts college in the historic river town of Northfield, Minnesota.

Oct 24, 2025 · Carleton College is committed to providing a true liberal arts education — a curriculum that challenges our students to learn broadly and think deeply. Instead of training for one narrow …

Nov 18, 2025 · We approach learning with enthusiasm, energy, and a distinctly Carleton brand of playfulness. Carleton is a collaborative place where students and professors work together to make …

Jul 10, 2024 · Carleton’s reputation for academic excellence is driven by our faculty, which is ranked first in the nation for commitment to undergraduate teaching by U.S. News & World Report.

Oct 24, 2025 · Nationally recognized as the nation’s top college for undergraduate teaching, Carleton is known for its academic rigor, intellectual curiosity, and sense of humor. Carleton offers 33 majors …

Oct 19, 2025 · Read stories for & about Carleton alumni from various news outlets, along with information about events — in person and online — of special interest to alumni.

Nov 11, 2024 · Carleton aims to be welcoming and hospitable to its neighbors, guests, and the public, and a responsible steward of its resources. Carleton’s academic goals focus on developing the …

Oct 24, 2025 · Carleton’s Beginnings Founded in 1866, Carleton College was the dream of Minnesota pioneers who understood that human knowledge is the real frontier. We’ve been exploring it here …

Dec 20, 2024 · Carleton Summer Liberal Arts Institute [email protected] 507-222-4038 866-767-2275 — Toll-free Center for Community and Civic Engagement [email protected] 507-222-5100 …

Apply & Afford Finding the perfect college is exciting. It can also be daunting. We’re here to guide you through the process of applying to Carleton — including the part where you learn how affordable it …