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General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001170
- Phone: (909) 621-8000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
10.30%FINANCIAL AID RATE
57%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
8:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$41,960Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Claremont McKenna College
150 E Tenth St, Claremont, CA
Claremont McKenna College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Claremont, CA, which is a predominantly suburban area. Claremont McKenna College has a yearly student enrollment of about 1,300.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Social Sciences
- Psychology
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Natural Resources And Conservation
The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. The majority of students admitted to this school have an SAT score in a range of 1940 to 2210, or an ACT score between 29 to 32. Competition runs high for admissions, given that only 10 percent of students who applied are admitted to the school. More information regarding admissions can be found through the school's portal or by requesting information here.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $46,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better understand their personal tuition costs. School housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is approximately $8,000. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
Athletic programs are available at Claremont McKenna College through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs available:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
For a complete list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, student services, and more, please take a look at the school's website.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give you an idea of the candidates Claremont McKenna College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Claremont McKenna College is around 1,300 students, with undergraduate students making up about 100% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are between $56,000-$67,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
- Part time students pay in the range of $2,300 to $2,800 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 57% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 52% | $45,233 |
Receiving Student Loans | 35% | $5,273 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Claremont McKenna College may offer services to students like those listed below:
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Employment search assistance
Intercollegiate Athletics
Claremont McKenna College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Southern California Intercoll Ath Conf)
- Basketball (Southern California Intercoll Ath Conf)
- Football (Southern California Intercoll Ath Conf)
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Claremont McKenna College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
- Neuroscience (B)
- Biochemistry (B)
- Biophysics (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B)
Engineering Technology
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Foreign Languages and Literature
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Legal Professions and Studies
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Psychology
Public Administration and Social Services
Social Sciences
Visual and Performing Arts
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- Scripps College in Pasadena, CA (0.3 miles away)
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- Pomona College in San Diego, CA (2 miles away)
- University of La Verne in San Dimas, CA (4 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001170
- Phone: (909) 621-8000
- School Homepage