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More than a top-ranked faculty — you’ll meet your mentor.

Our size provides an opportunity for our faculty to get to know you and your passions, and connect you with resources to meet your goals.

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#1

#1 Undergraduate Teaching in the Midwest –U.S. News & World Report
Best Colleges U.S. News and World Report Regional Universities Midwest 2020

#2

#2 Overall in the Midwest –U.S. News & World Report
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Top 10

Top 10 in the Midwest for 31 consecutive years -U.S. News & World Report
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#7 Best Value in the Midwest

– U.S. News and World Report

Meet the students carrying out the Jesuit tradition, beyond the classroom.

Read what they have to say about how being a Blue Streak prepared them for career success.

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Class of 2000

Chad M.

When I got to John Carroll I thought I knew what hard work and dedication were, but I learned it from the moment I stepped on campus.

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Class of 2018

Roserita Dimillo

On campus and in the community back in Cleveland, my professors and classmates inspired me to act, innovate and lead with confidence and heart.

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Class of 2017

Patrick Bucyana

John Carroll is a place where everyone is given an opportunity to shine. Professors want to see you succeed and will do anything to make sure that happens.

Cleveland Rocks.

At our liberal arts university located in a major U.S. city, you'll have access to the undeniable advantages that Cleveland offers. Each year, dozens of John Carroll students gain world-class research and internship experience across industries through our partnership with Cleveland Clinic and the numerous Fortune 500 companies that also call Cleveland home. The local opportunities extend to service-based involvements, and the excitement of performing arts, major sports teams and lakefront views throughout the city.

Study Abroad. Work Abroad. Serve Abroad

We offer more than 45 study abroad opportunities, as well as international Internships and mission-driven immersion experiences. Locations include areas such as Australia, China, Ecuador, Jamaica, Honduras, Ireland, Italy, and Spain.

Get to Know Us

  • 3,076 undergraduate students
  • Students hail from 32 states and 25 countries
  • 90+ student organizations
  • 23 NCAA DIII teams
  • 31ST Division III Learfield IMG College Directors’ Cup standing, 2018-19
  • 9 club sports
  • 9 sororities and fraternities
  • 138,000+ service hours performed by students
  • 88 weekly service activities
  • 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio
  • 20 average class size

Learning, Leadership, Service

How Do I Become a Blue Streak?

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