Admissions Overview
The admission process at Claremont McKenna College has a 11% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $70. Claremont McKenna College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
11%
Very Selective
Application Volume
5,799
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
50%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Claremont McKenna College has a 11% 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
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredOther 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 29% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,450 to 1,560. Additionally, about 16% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 33 to 35.
SAT Scores
29% of students submitted400
1600
1450 – 1560
200
800
710 – 770
200
800
740 – 790
ACT Scores
16% of students submitted1
36
33 – 35
1
36
34 – 35
1
36
30 – 35
Admission Statistics
5,799 students applied to CMC. Of those, 11% were accepted (645 students). Of these 645 accepted students, 321 chose to enroll.
5,799
Total Applicants
645
Students Admitted
321
Students Enrolled
11%
Acceptance Rate