Best Colleges Award

Carroll University has once again been named a College of Distinction for the 2025–2026 academic year, reaffirming its status as one of Wisconsin’s premier private institutions dedicated to transformative undergraduate education.

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Awards

Since 2000, Colleges of Distinction has annually recognized colleges that embody the Four DistinctionsEngaged StudentsGreat TeachingVibrant Community, and Successful Outcomes. Carroll’s ongoing inclusion reflects its commitment to high-impact practices, small classes, community-based learning, internships and robust career development support.

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College of Distinction Badge for Nursing

College of Distinction Badge for Business

College of Distinction Badge for Education

International College of Distinction Badge

College of Distinction Badge for Military Support

College of Distinction Badge for Career Development

College of Distinction Badge for 5 Years

Private Colleges of Distinction Award

Wisconsin College of Distinction Badge

Carroll News

Campus in the Fall

Carroll University Dean's List - Spring 2026

6/8/2026

Carroll University has released the Dean’s List for the Spring 2026 semester.

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Gratitude for Carroll University Partners

5/5/2026

Carroll University’s deep commitment to community engagement is making a measurable impact just beyond its campus—most recently recognized through the success of nearby Hadfield Elementary School in Waukesha, WI.

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