What families actually pay
Average yearly net price after grants, all students, by family income
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, College Scorecard · data snapshot October 2, 2026
AP credit
Most-taken exams, lowest score that earns credit| Exam | Min score | Carthage College course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 4 | MTH 1120 Calculus I (with score of 4 or 5) | |
| Calculus BC | 4 | MTH 1120 Calculus I (with score of 4; see…MTH 1120 Calculus I (with score of 4; see department chair to discuss credits for MTH 1220 Calculus II) 8 credits for MTH 1120 Calculus I and MTH 1220 Calculus II (with score of 5; Note: A score of 3 on Calculus BC with an AB sub-score of 4 will transfer as MTH 1120 Calculus I) | |
| Biology | 3 | BIO 1010 Concepts in Biology | |
| Chemistry | 3 | CHM 1010 General Chemistry (with a score of 3 or…CHM 1010 General Chemistry (with a score of 3 or 4) 8 credits for CHM 1010 General Chemistry I and CHM 1020 General Chemistry II (with score of 5) | |
| English Language and Composition | 3 | GEL 9999 General Elective | |
| English Literature and Composition | 3 | ENG 1060 Interpreting Literature | |
| Psychology | 3 | GEL 9999 General Elective | |
| Statistics | 3 | MTH 1050 Elementary Statistics |
Show all 38 exams and every score level
| Exam | Min score | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 4 | MTH 1120 Calculus I (with score of 4 or 5) | |
| Calculus BC | 4 | MTH 1120 Calculus I (with score of 4; see…MTH 1120 Calculus I (with score of 4; see department chair to discuss credits for MTH 1220 Calculus II) 8 credits for MTH 1120 Calculus I and MTH 1220 Calculus II (with score of 5; Note: A score of 3 on Calculus BC with an AB sub-score of 4 will transfer as MTH 1120 Calculus I) | |
| Biology | 3 | BIO 1010 Concepts in Biology | |
| Chemistry | 3 | CHM 1010 General Chemistry (with a score of 3 or…CHM 1010 General Chemistry (with a score of 3 or 4) 8 credits for CHM 1010 General Chemistry I and CHM 1020 General Chemistry II (with score of 5) | |
| English Language and Composition | 3 | GEL 9999 General Elective | |
| English Literature and Composition | 3 | ENG 1060 Interpreting Literature | |
| Psychology | 3 | GEL 9999 General Elective | |
| Statistics | 3 | MTH 1050 Elementary Statistics | |
| Computer Science A | 3 | CSC 1810 Principles of Computer Science I | |
| Macroeconomics | 3 | ECN 1020 Principles of Macroeconomics | |
| Microeconomics | 3 | ECN 1010 Principles of Microeconomics | |
| World History: Modern | 3 | GEL 9999 General Elective | |
| Environmental Science | 3 | GEO 1600 Earth Revealed | |
| European History | 3 | HIS 1120 Issues in European History II | |
| Human Geography | 3 | GEO 1500 Human Geography: An Introduction | |
| Spanish Language and Culture | 3 | A language placement test must be taken at Carthage | |
| Computer Science Principles | 3 | GEL 9999 General Elective | |
| Art History | 4 | ARH 1700 Introduction to Art History (with score of 4) | |
| African American Studies | 3 | GEL 9999 General Elective | |
| Comparative Government and Politics | 3 | POL 1030 Introduction to Comparative Politics | |
| Drawing | 4 | Submit portfolio to Art Department for review…Submit portfolio to Art Department for review (with score of 4) | |
| French Language and Culture | 3 | A language placement test must be taken at Carthage | |
| French Literature | 3 | A language placement test must be taken at Carthage | |
| German Language and Culture | 3 | A language placement test must be taken at Carthage | |
| Government and Politics: U.S | 3 | POL 2400 American Government: National, State and Local | |
| Latin | 3 | A language placement test must be taken at Carthage | |
| Music Theory — Aural | 3 | GEL 9999 General Elective (1 credit) (General…GEL 9999 General Elective (1 credit) (General Music Theory score must be 3 or higher) | |
| Music Theory — Non-Aural | 3 | GEL 9999 General Elective (3 credits) (General…GEL 9999 General Elective (3 credits) (General Music Theory score must be 3 or higher) | |
| Physics 1, Algebra Based | 4 | PHY 1200 Fundamentals of Physics (with score of 4) | |
| Physics 2, Algebra Based | 4 | PHY 1200 Fundamentals of Physics (with score of…PHY 1200 Fundamentals of Physics (with score of 4). If a 4 is received in both Physics 1 and 2, credit will also be given for PHY 2100. | |
| Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism | 4 | PHY 1200 Fundamentals of Physics (LAB) and PHY…PHY 1200 Fundamentals of Physics (LAB) and PHY 2200 General Physics I (LAB) (with score of 4) | |
| Physics C: Mechanics | 4 | PHY 1200 Fundamentals of Physics (with score of 4) | |
| Research | 3 | GEL 9999 General Elective | |
| Seminar | 3 | GEL 9999 General Elective | |
| Spanish Literature and Culture | 3 | A language placement test must be taken at Carthage | |
| Studio Art: 2D Design | 4 | Submit portfolio to Art Department for review…Submit portfolio to Art Department for review (with score of 4) | |
| Studio Art: 3D Design | 4 | Submit portfolio to Art Department for review…Submit portfolio to Art Department for review (with score of 4) | |
| U.S. History | 3 | HIS 1000 Issues in American History |
Source: carthage.edu · checked September 25, 2026
Biggest majors
| Major | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | 62 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management | 42 |
| Business Administration and Management | 39 |
| Psychology | 29 |
| Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration | 25 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences | 24 |
| Accounting | 22 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 22 |
Show the other 37 majors
| Finance | 21 |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | 19 |
| Political Science and Government | 17 |
| History | 16 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 15 |
| Graphic Design | 14 |
| Neuroscience | 14 |
| Environmental Science | 14 |
| Mathematics | 14 |
| Physics | 10 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication | 9 |
| English Language and Literature | 9 |
| Social Work | 7 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | 7 |
| Sociology | 7 |
| Data Science | 7 |
| Music | 6 |
| Chemistry | 6 |
| Speech Communication and Rhetoric | 5 |
| Fine/Studio Arts | 5 |
| General Studies | 4 |
| Economics | 4 |
| International Economics | 4 |
| Music Teacher Education | 3 |
| Music Performance | 3 |
| Geography | 3 |
| Social Sciences | 3 |
| Chinese Language and Literature | 2 |
| Costume Design | 2 |
| Voice and Opera | 2 |
| Religion/Religious Studies | 1 |
| Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology | 1 |
| Asian Studies/Civilization | 1 |
| Special Education and Teaching, Other | 1 |
| Art Teacher Education | 1 |
| Engineering Science | 1 |
| Spanish Language and Literature | 1 |
Bachelor’s graduates, first major, most recent year · Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Scholarships
Amounts and eligibility change; check the college’s page for current details.
Sports and campus life
Men’s varsity · NCAA Division III, College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin
Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming and Diving (combined), Tennis, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Volleyball, Wrestling
Women’s varsity · NCAA Division III, College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin
Basketball, Bowling, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming and Diving (combined), Tennis, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Volleyball, Water Polo, Wrestling
Coed varsity · NCAA Division III, College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin
Other Sports
ROTC
Air Force
Faith groups
InterVarsity, Newman Connection
Also
Study abroad
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education athletics data (EADA), intervarsity.org · checked September 4, 2026 · data snapshot October 2, 2026
The place
Setting
City, small
Federal locale classification
Metro area
Kenosha, WI
168,754 people
Big-city metro (1 million+)
No
More about the place
Nearest airport
General Mitchell International (MKE)
Nearest hub airport
General Mitchell International (MKE)
Walkability
EPA walkability index 9.0 of 20
Elevation
604 ft
Time zone
Central
January low
17°F
July high
80°F
Annual snowfall
36.2 in
Days at 90°F or higher
7 per year
One-bedroom fair market rent
$1,080 per month
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education (IPEDS locale), U.S. Census metro estimates, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, EPA walkability · data snapshot October 2, 2026
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- University of Wisconsin-Parkside2 mi
- Lake Forest College26 mi
- Alverno College26 mi
- Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design29 mi
- Marquette University29 mi
- Milwaukee School of Engineering30 mi
Straight-line distance between campuses
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