About JCU
Since 1886, John Carroll University has guided students in the Jesuit tradition to become leaders who serve with purpose, courage, and compassion.
This is JCU
Mission, Vision & Core Values
Every day, John Carroll University helps students grow in knowledge, character, and community. Our mission, vision, and values guide how we teach, support, and engage with the world around us.
Mission
John Carroll is committed to academic excellence, inclusivity, and care for the whole person. We inspire individuals of intellect and character to learn, lead, and serve in their communities and throughout the world.
Vision
JCU is a university known for academic innovation, equity, and a culture where every student feels supported, engaged, and ready to lead.
Core Values
We foster open inquiry and critical thinking, pursue academic rigor grounded in ethics and inclusivity, support personal growth in a welcoming environment, and inspire service and excellence that builds a fairer, stronger community.
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Mission
John Carroll is committed to academic excellence, inclusivity, and care for the whole person. We inspire individuals of intellect and character to learn, lead, and serve in their communities and throughout the world.
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Vision
JCU is a university known for academic innovation, equity, and a culture where every student feels supported, engaged, and ready to lead.
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Core Values
We foster open inquiry and critical thinking, pursue academic rigor grounded in ethics and inclusivity, support personal growth in a welcoming environment, and inspire service and excellence that builds a fairer, stronger community.
Living Our Jesuit Values
Educating the mind, inspiring the heart, serving the world.
Grounded in the Jesuit Catholic tradition, John Carroll University educates students to think critically, act justly, and lead with compassion. Through innovative academics, service to others, and a community that nurtures growth, JCU prepares graduates not only for careers but for lives of purpose and integrity.
Start Your Journey with Purpose
A place to belong, a path to more.
At John Carroll University, students don’t just earn degrees—they gain clarity, confidence, and real-world experience. With hands-on learning, personalized faculty mentorship, and a supportive campus culture, JCU prepares students to lead with purpose wherever their path may lead.
