<p>Each year will be somewhat different as well, depending on the applicant pool. My #2 son was rejected from Carleton with a 33 ACT, substantial ECs, a older sibling enrolled at Carleton and solidly written essays. His GPA was a lacklustre 3.65. There is no magic safe criteria. Do your best but always have some back up plans in mind that will also make you happy and satisfied in your educational quests.</p>