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Claremont McKenna College

Claremont, CA·Private·~10% acceptance

Claremont McKenna College is a private college in Claremont, CA. It admits about 10% of applicants, making it one of the most selective schools in the country. The average net price after aid is about $28,849 per year. About 93% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $104,736 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$28,849/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $86,500
Aid cuts ~$57,651/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
ED
Nov 1
EA
RD
Jan 10

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Admissions
GPA range3.54–4
SAT (middle 50%)1470–1560
ACT (middle 50%)33–35
Test policyTest optional
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
93%
graduation rate
98%
freshman retention
$87,603
median earnings, 6yr
$104,736
median earnings, 10yr
Frequently asked questions
What is Claremont McKenna College's acceptance rate?
Claremont McKenna College admits about 10% of applicants.
How much does Claremont McKenna College cost?
At Claremont McKenna College, the average net price after aid is about $28,849 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $86,500 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Claremont McKenna College?
The middle 50% of admitted students score 1470–1560 on the SAT and 33–35 on the ACT.
What are Claremont McKenna College's application deadlines?
Claremont McKenna College's deadlines are Early Decision around Nov 1, Regular Decision around Jan 10. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.

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