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Strengths Service and Sustainability, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Carleton College International School is an IB World Continuum School in the United States, offering the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme. The campus serves students aged 3 to 18 on a coeducational, residential liberal arts environment. Lessons are guided by the IB learner profile and an inquiry-based approach that fosters intercultural understanding, collaboration, and truly global-mindedness. The school currently delivers PYP and MYP, with Diploma Programme authorization pursued to complete the continuum and deepen higher-level inquiry and research skills. Cognia accreditation supports quality assurance alongside the IB framework. Facilities emphasize dedicated learning spaces and safe, well-organized student services, with a campus designed to support inquiry-based study and accessible transport. Beyond academics, the College values character education and counselling and emphasizes community service as a core part of student development. A signature initiative is the Community Project Food For All, connecting students with needs and leadership opportunities.
Carleton College is in Northfield, Minnesota, United States. The historic river town sits about 35 miles (56 kilometers) south of the Twin Cities (Minneapolis–Saint Paul). The campus is set in a rural Midwestern setting with local services available in Northfield.
Stages
Undergraduate liberal arts college offering bachelor's degrees on a four-year program. Enrollment is 1,995 students.
Type
Private, coeducational, residential liberal arts college.
Pupil Nationality Mix
International students constitute about 10% of the student body; the college includes students from all 50 states and 36 countries.
Additional learning support
The Office of Accessibility Resources provides equitable access and reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities.
Country affiliation
USA
Religious affiliation
Non-denominational; no formal religious affiliation.
School day structure
Three 10-week terms per year.
Bus service
Carleton provides regular transportation service to the Twin Cities (Minneapolis–Saint Paul).
Fees
Annual tuition at Carleton College ranges from EGP 17,000 to EGP 145,000 for 2026/27.
Application fees
- Application fee: EGP 1,000. - One‑off re‑registration / registration fee charged at enrolment: EGP 8,000 (listed as a one‑time registration/re‑registration charge).
Tuition fees by year group (annual and per instalment)
- Kindergarten (KG): Annual tuition EGP 112,000; when paid in three equal instalments this equals EGP 37,333.33 per instalment (annual ÷ 3). - Grade 1 to Grade 5: Annual tuition EGP 132,000; when paid in three equal instalments this equals EGP 44,000 per instalment. - Grade 6 to Grade 9: Annual tuition EGP 145,000; when paid in three equal instalments this equals EGP 48,333.33 per instalment.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- The school's published fee collection schedule is three instalments per academic year; annual tuition is divided into three payments. Instalment amounts shown above are calculated by dividing the published annual fee by three. - The registration/re‑registration and application amounts are payable at enrolment/registration as indicated in the published fee schedule.
Boarding fees (if applicable)
- No boarding programme or boarding fees are listed; the school operates as a day school and offers school transport. Bus service is available; published bus fees are in the range EGP 17,000–20,000 per year.
Other costs and typical additional fees
- Transport (annual bus fee): EGP 17,000–20,000 (range published). - Uniforms, learning resources, excursions, extracurricular activity fees and some incidental charges are commonly applied by schools of this type; specific amounts for uniforms, textbooks, meals, exam fees, or activity fees are not published alongside the tuition schedule and should be treated as separate additional costs.
Refund information
- No specific published tuition‑refund schedule or detailed refund policy is provided in the publicly available fee schedule. Application and registration charges are presented as payable amounts; families should note these items are listed as standard charges.
Fee payment options
- The fee schedule available with the school's published materials lists amounts and instalment structure but does not specify accepted payment channels (for example: bank transfer, credit/debit card, cheque or cash). Payment channels are handled administratively by the school's finance office.
Notes for families
- Annual tuition figures and the instalment structure above reflect the published fee schedule as set out in the school's public fee notices; instalment amounts shown are simple divisions of the published annual fee by three to match the school's three‑instalment billing.
Academics
Carleton College teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
Carleton College International School is an IB World Continuum School authorized to offer the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), and the Diploma Programme (DP). The Primary Years Programme provides a foundation for lifelong learning and fosters inquiry, intercultural understanding, and personal growth. The school is authorized to offer the MYP and the DP, delivering a continuous IB education across the early to later years. The IB learner profile underpins teaching and learning, promoting knowledge, inquiry, and global-mindedness. The school emphasizes inquiry-based learning, international mindedness, collaboration, and the development of a broad range of academic and personal skills.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Begin by completing the Carleton College Online Application. The online form is titled "Carleton College Online Application" and is the starting point of the admissions process. It is accessed through the admissions pathway on the site. The page outlines the structure of the application and the requirements that follow. 2. Submit required documents. Applicants must present a successful report card from the current school year and a behavior certificate or letter of good conduct from the current school. These documents accompany the online application to support the evaluation of the applicant. 3. Enrollment is dismissed if the required documents are not provided prior to July 31. 4. If enrollment occurs after July 1, all required documents must be completed within two weeks from the acceptance date. Failure to complete documents within this window leads to enrollment dismissal. 5. Preschool and PYP 1 applicants must be toilet trained when joining the school; no diapers are allowed. 6. Acceptance is confirmed by indicating understanding and agreement to the terms and conditions listed on the form and selecting "I accept".
FAQs
What curriculum does Carleton College follow?
Carleton College International School is an IB World Continuum School authorized to offer the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), and the Diploma Programme (DP).
What age range does Carleton College serve?
The school serves students from age 3 to 18.
What are the tuition fees?
Annual fees range from RMB 17,000 to RMB 145,000. Contact the school for the full fee schedule and any additional charges.
Where is Carleton College located?
Carleton College is in Northfield, Minnesota, United States. The historic river town sits about 35 miles (56 kilometers) south of the Twin Cities (Minneapolis–Saint Paul).
Who leads Carleton College?
The school is led by Mrs. Nouran El-Ghandour.
Does the school provide SEN support?
No SEN provision information is publicly available. Parents with children who need additional learning support should enquire directly with the school.
What languages are used for instruction?
English and Arabic are integrated into the curriculum, and French/German is included as a language option.
How do I apply to Carleton College?
1. Begin by completing the Carleton College Online Application. The online form is titled "Carleton College Online Application" and is the starting point of the admissions process. It is accessed through the admissions pathway on the site.
What accreditations does Carleton College hold?
The school is Cognia-accredited and operates within the ACE school group, alongside other IB-focused schools.
Is there a school bus service?
Carleton provides regular transportation service to the Twin Cities (Minneapolis–Saint Paul).
