About
About Pomona College
Pomona College is a private liberal arts college in Claremont, CA, known for its claremont consortium, small class sizes, and low student faculty ratio. With an acceptance rate of 7%, POM is one of the most selective colleges in the United States, typically enrolling around 413 students each year. POM is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1500–1550, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Students who apply Early Decision are admitted at 13%, roughly double the regular decision rate of 6%, making Early Decision one of the more significant strategic levers available. POM meets 100% of demonstrated financial need and has replaced loans with grants.
Admissions
Pomona College acceptance rate and admitted student profile
one of the most selective colleges in the United States
Application Strategy
Strategy tips for applying to Pomona College
Financial Aid & Cost
What Pomona College actually costs your family
Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.
| Family Income | Sticker Price | Avg. Net Cost / yr |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | ~$78k/yr | $4.8k |
| 30k-48k | ~$78k/yr | $7.0k |
| 48k-75k | ~$78k/yr | $17.1k |
| 75k-110k | ~$78k/yr | $15.7k |
| 110k+ | ~$78k/yr | $37.8k |
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Outcomes & Campus
Student outcomes and campus profile
Student Body
Student body composition
Race & Ethnicity