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Carroll University is located in Waukesha, Wisconsin, United States. It was initially established as Prairieville Academy in 1841. Five years later, it became Carroll College following a charter by the Wisconsin Territorial Legislature. On July 1, 2008, this private college became Carroll University. It currently offers enrollment to more than 3,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Carroll University offers undergraduate degrees in the fields of humanities and social sciences and natural and health sciences. It also offers master degrees in education and software engineering. In addition, there are special programs in professional and graduate studies.
The athletics department of Carroll University fields men’s and women’s sports teams in basketball, swimming, baseball, cross country, football, golf, indoor and outdoor track, soccer, softball, tennis, and volleyball. The teams are known as the Pioneers.
Carroll University is in a small city, in Waukesha, WI. The school has a Presbyterian Church (USA) religious affiliation. Carroll University is classified as a private, not-for-profit college. Students at the school earn degrees up to the Doctoral degree.
The most common major fields study at Carroll University include science, media, computer science and engineering, and therapy and counseling.
The school does not admit all applicants.
Some professors at Carroll University are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members.
The school, in 2007-2008, had 3,324 students (3,059 full-time equivalent).
Dorm living is common. The school makes available student meal plans. Athletic teams at Carroll University belong to the Midwest Conference for major sports.
More complete details are provided below.
Carroll University
100 N East Ave
Waukesha, WI 53186
General Phone: (262) 547-1211
http://www.carrollu.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 91 | registered nursing |
| Education and Teaching | 87 | education courses, elementary school teaching, physical education teaching |
| Business and Management | 86 | business management, accounting, organizational behavior, small business management, actuarial science |
| Therapy and Counseling | 85 | psychology, physical therapy |
| Liberal Arts | 57 | political science, English, sociology, history, Spanish language, international relations |
| Science | 39 | biology, chemistry, biochemistry |
| Media | 38 | communication studies, graphic communications |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 33 | exercise science, athletic trainer, sports and fitness management, health and physical education |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 18 | computer and info science, software engineering |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 12 | criminal justice and safety |
| Music | 12 | music |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 10 | environmental science |
| Fine Arts | 9 | fine arts studies |
| Mathematics | 4 | mathematics, mathematics and computer science |
| Medical Support and Technology | 3 | health service and sciences, clinical lab tech |
| Religion and Philosophy | 2 | religion |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 1 | drama |
Number of programs and degrees for Carroll University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 530 | 36 |
| Master's degree | 31 | 2 |
| Doctor's degree - professional practice | 26 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Carroll University had a total enrollment of 3,324 students (3,059 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 32% |
| Women | 68% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 84% |
| Graduate | 16% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 82% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 10% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 34% |
| 20-21 | 30% |
| 22-24 | 13% |
| 25-29 | 8% |
| 30-34 | 3% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 75% |
| Illinois | 21% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 72 % |
| Part-Time | 11 % |
Carroll University offers campus housing for 1,472 of its 3,059 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Waukesha, Wisconsin for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Wisconsin Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 17 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,906 | 2,113 | 73% | 668 | 32% |
| Men | 1,113 | 759 | 68% | 217 | 29% |
| Women | 1,793 | 1,354 | 76% | 451 | 33% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 25 |
| ACT Math | 20 | 26 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 26 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 1% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 99% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | recommended |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 21,926 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 21,926 |
| Room and board | $ 6,694 |
| Room charge | $ 3,650 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,630 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,060 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,274 |
Financial Aid:
Carroll University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 383800)
Carroll University has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 4 | $72,262 | 2 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 6 | $75,259 | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 9 | $71,749 | 4 | $68,136 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 15 | $58,875 | 11 | $58,580 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 25 | $48,482 | 32 | $49,798 |
| Instructor | academic year | 4 | $41,279 | 5 | $39,288 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 53 | $54,831 | 52 | $52,056 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Midwest Conference |
| Basketball | Midwest Conference |
| Baseball | Midwest Conference |
| Track | Midwest Conference |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Actuarial Science
Business Administration and Management, General
Organizational Behavior Studies
Small Business Administration/Management
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Software Engineering
Computer and Information Sciences, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, Other
Elementary Education and Teaching
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
FINE ARTS
Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics and Computer Science
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Graphic Communications, General
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Health and Physical Education, General
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Carroll University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% |  |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Presbyterian Church (USA) affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force) NCAA athletic conference member
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