John Carroll University: what international applicants need

What are John Carroll University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

John Carroll University has one application deadline for 2026–27: Early Action on November 1, 2026. It also admits on a rolling basis.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is John Carroll University's acceptance rate?

80.9% for students who started in fall 2024: John Carroll University admitted 3,740 of its 4,623 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does John Carroll University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. John Carroll University is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Action deadline (November 1, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is October 3, 2026: scores on October 16, 2026, registration by September 18, 2026 (late registration September 22, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for John Carroll University?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 580–670 in Math and 600–660 in Reading and Writing (13% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 25–32.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is John Carroll University's application fee for international students?

John Carroll University charges no application fee, for international and US applicants alike.

Which English tests does John Carroll University accept?

John Carroll University lists the TOEFL iBT and IELTS Academic as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does John Carroll University accept the Duolingo English Test?

The Duolingo English Test isn't among the English tests John Carroll University lists for 2026–27 (TOEFL iBT and IELTS Academic). Check its international page before you register.

How many recommendation letters does John Carroll University require?

John Carroll University requires a counselor recommendation for 2026–27.

• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does John Carroll University require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. John Carroll University requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does John Carroll University have?

131 of John Carroll University's 2,339 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 5.6%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does John Carroll University cost for international students?

John Carroll University's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $50,500, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $14,520. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $69,570 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source

Does John Carroll University give financial aid to international students?

Yes. In 2025-26, John Carroll University gave institutional scholarships or grants to 21 international undergraduates.

• Number of international students aided: the university's Common Data Set 2025-26