Carroll University

Welcome to Carroll University, home of the Pioneers and Wisconsin’s first, four-year institution of higher learning.Since 1846, students have selected Carroll as their preferred choice in preparation for lives of purpose, meaning and achievement.

Pioneering is part of our heritage but it’s much more than a legacy. That foundational spirit is alive and well here.It grounds us and guides us toward transformation and growth that places top priority on the needs of our students. Beautifully preserved, historic buildings stand shoulder-to-shoulder with multimillion-dollar, state-of-the-art facilities. Our deep commitment to the educational breadth offered by a liberal arts tradition blends seamlessly with our role as a leader in the health sciences.

We have always believed that preparing our students for what they will do goes hand-in-hand with discovering who they are meant to become. With that in mind, we encourage them to embrace opportunity, be open to new experiences, step outside their boundaries and explore. We focus on delivering the programs and support that allow them to do so successfully.

Carroll is also distinguished by its culture, which values respect, integrity, inclusiveness and service to others.Consistently, our students tell us they feel at home here. We are a community that looks outward and asks how we can make a difference by leaving things better than we found them. This is underscored through the cross-cultural emphasis woven throughout our curriculum and service opportunities that begin day one for first-year students. It’s a welcoming environment that fosters learning both in and out of the classroom while nurturing personal growth.

Pioneers come from all walks of life and that diversity adds richness and depth to the Carroll experience. They are alike in their commitment to excellence and innovation, their resourceful and creative natures, and their honest desire to support one another for the greater good.Pioneers are passionate about making their mark on the world. That journey is unique to each and every one of our students....and it begins at Carroll.

Carroll University provides a superior education, rooted in its Presbyterian and liberal arts heritage, and draws upon its Christian tradition to prepare all students for vocational success, lifelong learning and service in a diverse and global society.

Carroll University is a community dedicated to the pursuit of academic excellence, personal fulfillment and spiritual meaning. We come from different backgrounds and cultures, and bring distinct perspectives, traditions and experiences to this campus community.

The corporate name of the university is Carroll University, Inc., and the institution is governed by a 25-member Corporate Board of Trustees. Board members include a number of alumni and individuals in corporate and non-profit leadership positions both locally and across the country.

Carroll University, home of the Pioneers and Wisconsin’s first, four-year institution of higher learning is a private, independent and non-profit university. It is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA). The institution is led by President Cindy Gnadinger, a 25-member Board of Trustees and a senior leadership team.

Carroll University is committed to making our world a better place. Across campus, in ways big and small, we look for opportunities to educate our students, employees and visitors on how to make thoughtful choices that minimize the impact their actions have on the environment. From academic majors to conveniently located recycling bins, special events and volunteer programs, Carroll places an emphasis on preserving our natural environment.

We believe in you and are committed to helping you succeed. Our academic advising services team provides support and resources so that you can make the most of your Carroll education. Whether you’re just starting out at Carroll, still deciding on a major or even contemplating a change of direction, our academic advisors will work with you to help you find your own Pioneer journey.

Our mission, in partnership with the campus community, seeks to empower students to articulate and achieve their personal, educational and vocational goals, become life-long learners and, upon graduation, continue to contribute to a diverse and global society.

We engage and empower students in all academic areas/majors to develop both personal and professional skills, and help them explore the link between the classroom experience and potential career fields. Our alumni continue to have access to our full line of services, including preparation for graduate school, access to the Handshake job search engine, career assessments and networking opportunities.

Carroll offers more than 95 areas of study that combine a foundation in the liberal arts with practical skills. The cross-cultural focus of our Pioneer Core sets our students apart. Whether you’re looking to network, change jobs or explore an entirely new career, Carroll’s Career Services offers a variety of resources to alumni free of charge. College is a time of discovery and exploration. The career services team is here to guide students as they navigate the process of learning more about career options.

Our professional staff have the training and resources to provide the level of support our students may need to ensure their success at Carroll.

Our licensed, professional counselors are here to help students with issues that can be resolved with short-term, solution-focused individual counseling. If the issue is more serious, our staff will work to find the best community resources.

The Student Support Team supports student retention and a healthy campus community at Carroll University by coordinating support services and appropriate interventions to assist students who are in distress or who have reportedly displayed troublesome or concerning behaviors.

Carroll University is committed to making otherwise qualified students with disabilities full participants in its programs, courses, services and activities. Disability Services provides assistance to students who have supplied appropriate documentation evidencing disabilities that range from mild to severe in nature.