Claremont McKenna College
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$56,190
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About Claremont McKenna College
Claremont McKenna College is a small private college located on a suburban campus in Claremont, California. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,262, and admissions are extremely selective, with an acceptance rate of 13%. The college offers 64 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 92%, and a student-faculty ratio of 8:1. Tuition and fees for students are $56,190.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
This school has a highly selective acceptance rate.
This school is very selective about its students. Selective schools welcome 1-14% of all applicants.
This school has a highly selective acceptance rate.
This school is very selective about its students. Selective schools welcome 1-14% of all applicants.
13% of students were accepted during the 2020-2021 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
87% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall 2020.
Graduation Rate Insight
Students graduate from this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This is typically an indication of a school's quality and means most students finish their degree in a timely manner.
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Students graduate from this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This is typically an indication of a school's quality and means most students finish their degree in a timely manner.
Learn more about how we determine school awards92% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scores Required
High school transcript Required
High school rank Recommended
Letter of recommendation Required
High school GPA Recommended
Open admission No
Completion of college prep program Required
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) Not required or recommended
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollment Implied no
Credit for qualified life experience* Implied no
Advance placement (AP) credits Yes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
Students who attend this school typically have higher standardized test scores than students at other schools.
While test scores can be an important aspect of college applications, schools determine admission based on several factors, and these test scores are only a suggested range.
Learn more about how we determine school awardsACT 25th-75th Percentile 31-34
SAT 25th-75th Percentile 1330-1500
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
This school has a student body of fewer than 5,000 students.
Learn more about how we determine school awardsThe student-to-faculty ratio at this school is lower than other schools.
This means there are more faculty for each student, which can create an opportunity for more individualized attention and support in your studies.
Learn more about how we determine school awards1k
Students enrolled
100%
Online student enrollment
8:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
38%
Hispanic
17%
Non-U.S. Citizen
14%
Asian
13%
Two or more races
7%
Unknown
5%
Black
5%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Female student population
51%
Socio-economic diversity
20% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $56,190 | $56,190 |
| Graduate | $64,288 | $64,288 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2020–2021 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,300 |
| On-campus other expenses | $1,500 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $17,300 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $2,130 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $6,130 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $76,190 | $76,190 |
| Off-campus without family | $76,820 | $76,820 |
| Off-campus with family | $63,520 | $63,520 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
20%
State Grant Aid
10%
Institution Grant Aid
44%
Pell Grant
20%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$15k
Average student debt after graduation
$68k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2020-2021]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.
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