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About Carlow University

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Carlow University is a private university in Pittsburgh, PA, known for its catholic liberal arts, nursing and health focus, and small class sizes. With an acceptance rate of 93%, Carlow University is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 199 students each year. Carlow University is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 850–1100, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Carlow University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $27,260 per year; the sticker price of $48,500 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Carlow University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

93%
Overall Accept Rate
975
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 850 – 1100 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Carlow University

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Essay Strategy
Carlow University was founded by the Sisters of Mercy and its mission around social justice and service is central to campus culture, so if community service, advocacy, or care for others has shaped you, weave that into your personal statement or any supplemental writing.
Application Strategy
If you are applying to nursing, social work, or another health and human services program at Carlow, reach out directly to the program coordinator before you apply, because these programs have dedicated advising and making that contact can clarify prerequisites and show genuine commitment.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Carlow University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$49k/yr$17.9k
30k-48k~$49k/yr$15.7k
48k-75k~$49k/yr$19.5k
75k-110k~$49k/yr$21.6k
110k+~$49k/yr$25.2k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

55%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$45k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1,096
Undergrad Enrollment
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