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Average
Score: 48/100

Carlow University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15213
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 55%
Outcomes
B
71/100
Affordability
F
16/100
Resources
C+
57/100
Experience
B
66/100
Prestige
D
31/100

Quick Stats

2,310
Total Enrollment
55%
Graduation Rate
78%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
87%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Carlow University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $272,439
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,691/mo — vs ~$768/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 15210 (9.3% cap, Mount Oliver)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $33,376 $33,376
Room $6,916
Board $6,490
Total Cost (On-Campus) $52,290 $52,290

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
44%
Receive Pell Grants
80%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 86 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 59 grads/yr Family Practice Nurse/Nursing 45 grads/yr Psychology, General 39 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 33 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 31 grads/yr Mental Health Counseling/Counselor 30 grads/yr Social Work 23 grads/yr Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist 21 grads/yr Project Management 17 grads/yr Perfusion Technology/Perfusionist 16 grads/yr Nursing Education 14 grads/yr Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist 12 grads/yr General Studies 12 grads/yr Curriculum and Instruction 10 grads/yr Nursing Practice 10 grads/yr Neurobiology and Neurosciences, Other 10 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 9 grads/yr Law Enforcement Intelligence Analysis 9 grads/yr Occupational Therapy/Therapist 9 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Carlow University's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Education teachers, postsecondary
$72k/yr 74,900 jobs
Elementary school teachers, except special education
$62k/yr 1,422,700 jobs
Kindergarten teachers, except special education
$61k/yr 117,200 jobs
Preschool teachers, except special education
$37k/yr 555,100 jobs
Nurse practitioners
$129k/yr 320,400 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs

Student Demographics

2,310
Total Students
85%
Women
67%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 71%
Hispanic 4%
Black 17%
Asian 3%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 21%
Hybrid (Some Online) 45%
Fully Online 33%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 67%
25-64 (Adult) 32%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Carlow University?
Carlow University has an acceptance rate of 87%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Carlow University?
Tuition at Carlow University is $33,376 for in-state students and $33,376 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Carlow University?
The graduation rate at Carlow University is 55%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Carlow University a good school?
Carlow University has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Carlow University?
Carlow University has a total enrollment of 2,310 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology