Admissions Overview
The admission process at Claremont McKenna College has a 10% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $70. Claremont McKenna College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
10%
Very Selective
Application Volume
5,709
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
54%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Claremont McKenna College has a 10% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $70. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Claremont McKenna College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$70
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Other Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Claremont McKenna College. About 28% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,440 to 1,550. Additionally, about 17% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 33 to 35.
SAT Scores
28% of students submitted400
1600
1440 – 1550
200
800
710 – 760
200
800
730 – 790
ACT Scores
17% of students submitted1
36
33 – 35
1
36
34 – 36
1
36
31 – 35
Admission Statistics
5,709 students applied to CMC. Of those, 10% were accepted (591 students). Of these 591 accepted students, 322 chose to enroll.
5,709
Total Applicants
591
Students Admitted
322
Students Enrolled
10%
Acceptance Rate