Caitlin Zant, '12, History and Geography

"The relationships with professors and course opportunities that I've had at Carthage have been wonderful. I feel very much a part of the department, and not like someone who is just taking the classes to get the degree."
—Caitlin Zant, '12, History and Geography

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The academic gains made by Carthage students are in the top 8 percent nationally._hp_inspire_missamerica.jpgCarthage offers majors in more than 50 areas of study, and an average class size of 17.Students have the opportunity to conduct original research mentored by faculty. Every freshman takes a full-year sequence of foundational texts of the Western intellectual tradition.Six months after graduation, 95 percent of Carthage graduates report that they have landed a satisfying job or are enrolled in graduate school.More than 100 student organizations are active on campus, with more being formed each year.

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