Pomona College
About Pomona College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Pomona College is a private liberal arts college in Claremont, California. One of the most selective in the nation with a 7% acceptance rate, it is the founding member of the Claremont Colleges consortium, with programs in economics, math, computer science, and neuroscience.
Founded
1887
Location
Claremont, California
Students
1,666
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
7.1%
Highly selective
Graduation Rate
93.2%
Above national average
Tuition
$65,420
Per year
Avg Net Price
$19,285
After financial aid
SAT Average
1534
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$77,779
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Most Selective
Only 7.1 out of 100 applicants are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$70
Early
Nov 15
Regular
Jan 15
With a 7.1% acceptance rate and an average SAT of 1534, Pomona College is among the most selective schools in the country. Every part of your application needs to stand out.
SAT Scores
1534/ 1600
ACT Scores
34/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Excellent
93.2% complete their degree within six years
Retention
97.6%
4-Year Grad
86%
6-Year Grad
93%
Teaching Quality
7:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
94.2%
$/Student
$45.0K
Class Size
Small
86% of students graduate on time, and with a 7:1 student-to-faculty ratio, it's clear students get the personal attention they need to succeed.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$65,420
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$21,394
Books & Supplies
$1,100
Total Cost of Attendance
$85,300
After Financial Aid
$19,285
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$4,841
Receive Grants
19.5%
Take Loans
9.4%
Don't let the $65,420 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $19,285 after financial aid, a 71% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $4,841.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Pomona College fund their education.
While in School
19.5%
Get Grants
Free money
9.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$42,689
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$11,782
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$125/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $11,782, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Pomona College.
Gender
55.2%
Female
45%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,666
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
29.9%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
0.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 55% of the student body. 29.9% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 13.7% international students bring global perspectives to campus life.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
1,666
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Liberal Arts
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
No
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Pomona College fields 13 varsity teams with 583 student athletes, about 35% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
SCIAC
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
13
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
583
35% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
56% / 44%
327
Men
256
Women
10
Men's Teams
11
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Pomona Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$77,779
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Economics
$70K
67 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer Science
$143K
49 grads
1yr Earnings
Mathematics
$51K
39 grads
1yr Earnings
Political Science and Government
—
30 grads
Neurobiology and Neurosciences
$40K
26 grads
1yr Earnings
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology
—
24 grads
Earnings grow steadily here: $61K at six years, $67K at eight, and $78K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.