Pomona College
Founded 1887
President G. Gabrielle Starr (President)
Fees USD 59,710
Acceptance Rate Very Selective (<20%)
Campus Setting Suburban
Pomona College is a private liberal arts college founded in 1887 in Claremont, California, the founding member of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Consistently ranked top 5 liberal arts colleges nationally, Pomona offers 1,700 students a 7:1 student-faculty ratio and access to the resources of all five Claremont Colleges. With an acceptance rate of ~7%, it is among the most selective liberal arts colleges in the nation.
Academic Programs
- Humanities — Literature, history, philosophy, and languages
- Social Sciences — Economics, politics, psychology, and sociology
- Natural Sciences — Biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics
- Computer Science — CS with access to Harvey Mudd resources
How to Apply
- Application: Common App or Coalition App
- Test Scores: Test-optional; middle 50% SAT 1480–1560
- Acceptance Rate: ~7%
Key Deadlines
- Early Decision I: November 1
- Regular Decision: January 8