John Carroll University

Applicants submit the Common Application (or equivalent) along with required essays, high school transcripts, and counselor reports. 

JCU is test-optional / test-flexible: students may submit ACT or SAT scores, but they are not required. If submitted, they are considered. 

Letters of recommendation (typically one) are required. 

High school curriculum requirements are recommended:

• English – 4 units 

• Mathematics (college preparatory) – minimum 3 units (4 recommended) 

• Science with labs – minimum 2 (3 recommended) 

• Social Studies, Foreign Language, Electives – recommended units in each domain 

Holistic review: JCU considers the whole application, including high school record, extracurricular involvement, essays, recommendations, and test scores (if submitted). 

Transfer students: must submit official transcripts from all postsecondary institutions; if having fewer than 25 college credits, high school transcript also required. 

For incoming freshmen, JCU notes acceptance of advanced credit (AP, IB, dual enrollment) subject to evaluation.