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Overview

Claremont McKenna College is a non-profit private liberal arts higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Claremont, California, United States. Founded in 1946, Claremont McKenna College (CMC) is a coeducational institution officially accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission. CMC provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 80-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate is 10-19%. This places it among an extremely selective. International students are welcome to apply. CMC also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Claremont McKenna College's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Claremont McKenna College's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Claremont McKenna College' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Claremont McKenna College's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateextremely selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym CMC
Founded 1946
Motto Crescit cum commercio civitas
Civilization prospers with commerce
Colours Maroon and black
Mascot
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Location

Address 500 E 9th Street
Claremont
91711-6400 California
United States
Claremont McKenna College's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Claremont McKenna College Phone Number (909) 621 8000
Claremont McKenna College Fax Number (909) 621 8516
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Website

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Recognition and Accreditation

Claremont McKenna College's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Claremont McKenna College is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: WASC Senior College and University Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1949


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Claremont McKenna College's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of Claremont McKenna College you can also claim and update your entire university profile free of charge.



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Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Claremont McKenna College Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Claremont McKenna College is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Claremont McKenna College's academic range and degree level offering.



Claremont McKenna College: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes
A&H Yes
L&C Yes
B&S Yes Yes
M&H
S&T Yes
Eng Yes

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Programs and Courses

Claremont McKenna College Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Claremont McKenna College Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Claremont McKenna College categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Claremont McKenna College.



Claremont McKenna College: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro)
International
students		 over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Claremont McKenna College Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Claremont McKenna College website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Claremont McKenna College Admission Info


Claremont McKenna College's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Claremont McKenna College is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Claremont McKenna College's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Claremont McKenna College has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Claremont McKenna College's acceptance rate ranges from 10 to 19%, making it an extremely selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is recommended
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is required
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are recommended
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is neither required nor recommended
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Claremont McKenna College's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Claremont McKenna College's Admission Office Admission Office

890 Columbia Avenue
Claremont 91711-6425
(909) 621 8088


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Claremont McKenna College's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Claremont McKenna College Size and Profile


Claremont McKenna College's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Claremont McKenna College has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Claremont McKenna College's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Claremont McKenna College's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


Claremont McKenna College's Control Type Control Type

Claremont McKenna College is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Claremont McKenna College's Entity Type Entity Type

Claremont McKenna College is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Claremont McKenna College's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Claremont McKenna College's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


Claremont McKenna College's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Claremont McKenna College adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Claremont McKenna College's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Claremont McKenna College is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Claremont McKenna College Facilities


Claremont McKenna College's Library University Library

Yes Visit Claremont McKenna College's Library


Claremont McKenna College's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, Claremont McKenna College provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,354 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Claremont McKenna College's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Claremont McKenna College's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Claremont McKenna College Services


Claremont McKenna College's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Claremont McKenna College's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Claremont McKenna College's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported
This institution has not reported offering distance education opportunities. Source: IPDES.


Claremont McKenna College's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Claremont McKenna College's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Claremont McKenna College Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Claremont McKenna College consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

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  • Department of Government
  • Department of History
  • Department of Literature
  • Department of Mathematical Sciences
  • Department of Military Science and Leadership
  • Department of Modern Languages and Literatures
  • Department of Philosophy
  • Department of Physical Education and Intercollegiate Athletics
  • Department of Psychology
  • Department of Religious Studies
  • The Robert Day School of Economics and Finance
  • W.M. Keck Science Department

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Memberships and Affiliations

Claremont McKenna College Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Claremont McKenna College's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Claremont Colleges
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


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Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

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TikTok TikTok

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Claremont McKenna College public or private?

Claremont McKenna College is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Claremont McKenna College profit or non-profit?

Claremont McKenna College is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Claremont McKenna College in terms of enrollment?

Claremont McKenna College has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.

What is the size of Claremont McKenna College in terms of academic staff?

Claremont McKenna College's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.

Is Claremont McKenna College a coeducational institution?

Claremont McKenna College is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Claremont McKenna College use?

Claremont McKenna College adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Claremont McKenna College affiliated with?

None.

Does Claremont McKenna College admit international students?

Yes.

What is Claremont McKenna College's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Claremont McKenna College's acceptance rate ranges from 10 to 19%, making it an extremely selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Claremont McKenna College CMC?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro). International students: over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Claremont McKenna College CMC located?

Claremont McKenna College is located in Claremont, California, United States. Address: 500 E 9th Street.

Is Claremont McKenna College CMC accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Claremont McKenna College is accredited by WASC Senior College and University Commission (since 1949).

Does Claremont McKenna College offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Claremont McKenna College offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Claremont McKenna College have a university library?

Yes

Does Claremont McKenna College provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes In particular, Claremont McKenna College provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,354 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Does Claremont McKenna College have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Claremont McKenna College offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Claremont McKenna College offer career services?

Yes

Does Claremont McKenna College offer distance learning?

Not reported This institution has not reported offering distance education opportunities. Source: IPDES.

Does Claremont McKenna College have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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