Claremont McKenna College

Claremont, CA • private • CSS Profile • III

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Overview

Institution Type

private

Campus Setting

Suburban

Student Population

Undergrad: 1,416 • Total: 1,419

Academic Calendar

Semester

Address

500 E 9th St
Claremont, CA
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Website

www.cmc.edu

Region

West

Carnegie Classification

Carnegie Code: 31

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 708 (50.0%) • Female: 708 (50.0%)

Race/Ethnicity Distribution

Asian	218	15.4%
Black/African American	70	4.9%
Hispanic/Latino	213	15.0%
White	521	36.8%
Two or More Races	117	8.3%
International	211	14.9%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate

11.1%

645 admitted from 5,799 applicants

Standardized Testing Policy

✓ Test Optional

SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)

Reading: 710-770
Math: 740-790
Total: 1450-1560

ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)

33-35

Application Types Offered

ED I ED II RD

Application Requirements

—

Application Fee

$70

Financial Aid Forms

CSS Profile Required

Deadlines

ED I:	11/01/2025
ED II:	01/10/2026
RD:	01/10/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate

95.2%

4-Year Graduation Rate

82.1%

Freshman Retention Rate

96.0%

Student-Faculty Ratio

7.6:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)

$89,660

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)

Tuition: $67,630

Room & Board

$20,830

Books & Supplies

$1,200

Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)

$0-30,000	$15,308
$30,001-48,000	$7,360
$48,001-75,000	$16,389
$75,001-110,000	$19,325
$110,001+	$52,295

Students Receiving Pell Grants

50%

Average Grant/Scholarship Aid

$29,978

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division

III

Men's Sports (11)

Baseball Basketball Cross Country Football Golf Soccer Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field (Indoor) Track and Field (Outdoor)

Women's Sports (12)

Basketball Cross Country Golf Lacrosse Soccer Softball Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field (Indoor) Track and Field (Outdoor)

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Common questions about Claremont McKenna College

What is Claremont McKenna College's acceptance rate?

Claremont McKenna College accepts 11% of applicants, from 5,799 applications.

How much does Claremont McKenna College cost?

Tuition and fees are $67,630. Families earning under $30,000 pay $15,308 on average after aid.

Does Claremont McKenna College require SAT or ACT scores?

Claremont McKenna College does not require SAT or ACT scores for admission.

What ACT score do you need for Claremont McKenna College?

The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 33 and 35 on the ACT.

What is Claremont McKenna College's graduation rate?

95% of students graduate within six years.