Admissions Overview
The admission process at Pomona College has a 7% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $70. Pomona College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
7%
Extremely Selective
Application Volume
10,666
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
55%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Pomona College has a 7% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $70. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Pomona 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
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Legacy Status
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 Pomona College. About 35% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,480 to 1,560. Additionally, about 18% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 33 to 35.
SAT Scores
35% of students submitted400
1600
1480 – 1560
200
800
730 – 770
200
800
750 – 790
ACT Scores
18% of students submitted1
36
33 – 35
1
36
35 – 36
1
36
29 – 35
Admission Statistics
10,666 students applied to POMONA. Of those, 7% were accepted (749 students). Of these 749 accepted students, 413 chose to enroll.
10,666
Total Applicants
749
Students Admitted
413
Students Enrolled
7%
Acceptance Rate