Carthage College
About
Situated directly on the scenic shores of Lake Michigan in Kenosha, Wisconsin, Carthage College is best known for its stunning waterfront campus and its deeply personal, student-centered approach to the liberal arts. The college boasts highly regarded programs in nursing, business, education, and the natural sciences, notably offering exceptional undergraduate research opportunities through its unique partnership with NASA’s Wisconsin Space Grant Consortium. Students thrive in an active, close-knit campus culture defined by Division III athletic pride, over 130 student organizations, and a supportive, collaborative community. A signature element of the Carthage experience is its distinctive "J-Term" (January Term), which gives students a dedicated month to focus on a single intensive course, participate in hands-on projects, or study abroad.
Wikipedia:Carthage College is a private college in Kenosha, Wisconsin, United States. Founded in 1847, it is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Carthage awards bachelor's degrees with majors in more than 75 subject areas and master's degrees in four divisions. Carthage has 150 faculty and enrolls approximately 3,000 students. It is the lead institution for the Wisconsin Space Grant Consortium.
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Carthage College accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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