Carthage College
Former names | The Literary and Theological Institute of the Lutheran Church in the Far West Lutheran College Hillsboro College Illinois State University (1852–1870) |
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| Motto | Seeking truth. Building strength. Inspiring service. Together. |
| Type | Private college |
| Established | January 22, 1847 |
Religious affiliation | Evangelical Lutheran Church in America |
Academic affiliation | Space-grant |
| Endowment | $111.5 million (2019) |
| President | John R. Swallow |
Academic staff | 150 |
| Students | 2,667 (fall 2022) |
| Undergraduates | 2,559 (fall 2022) |
| Postgraduates | 108 (fall 2022) |
| Location | , Wisconsin , U.S. 42°37′16″N 87°49′18″W / 42.62111°N 87.82167°W |
| Campus | 80 acres (32 ha) |
| Colors | Red and black |
| Nickname | Firebirds |
Sporting affiliations | |
| Mascot | Ember |
| Website | carthage.edu |
Carthage College is a private college in Kenosha, Wisconsin, United States. Founded in 1847, it is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Carthage awards bachelor's degrees with majors in more than 40 subject areas and master's degrees in three areas. Carthage has 150 faculty and enrolls approximately 2,600 students. It is an affiliate of the Wisconsin Space Grant Consortium.