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John Carroll University

(JCU)

🇺🇸 United States / Ohio / University Heights
Private Est. 1886
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About

John Carroll University (JCU) is a private Jesuit university in University Heights, Ohio, United States, a suburb of Cleveland. It was founded in 1886 as St. Ignatius College and renamed in 1923 for John Carroll, the first Catholic bishop in the United States. For the 2025–2026 academic year, the university enrolled approximately 3,900 undergraduate and graduate students.

Ranking Overview

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Key Facts

Students
3,040
Staff
695
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was John Carroll University founded?

John Carroll University was founded in 1886.

Where is John Carroll University located?

John Carroll University is located in University Heights, United States.