Carlow University is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Pittsburgh, PA. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.

The Carlow's 2024 tuition & fees is $34,502 for the academic year 2023-2024. 96% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $15,298.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 2,104 and the students to faculty ratio is 10 to 1 (10.00%).

Carlow's acceptance rate is 87.03% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 20.02%.

Carlow ranked 19th in Pennsylvania Colleges rankings. Carlow University is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Carlow University is $34,502. For graduate programs, its 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $22,110.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $35,534 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $22,790.

Undergraduate$34,502
Graduate$22,110
Undergraduate$35,534
Graduate$22,790

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »87.03% Acceptance Rate / 20.02% Yield
Graduation Rate »56%
Retention Rate76%(full-time), 50% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio10.00% (10 to 1)
Student Population »2,104 (1,247 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$15,298

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Carlow University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at Carlow
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, NAVY, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

Carlow University Directory Information

Address3333 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213-3165
Phone412-578-6000
WEBSchool's Website
AdmissionAdmission Information
Online ApplicationApply Online
Financial AidDeadlines and Applications
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, private (not-for-profit)
Carnegie CategoryMaster's College and University (larger programs)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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