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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Claremont, CA

Claremont McKenna College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in CA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$64,150

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

11.1%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

93.3%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$104,736

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Claremont McKenna College is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Claremont, CA. With a competitive tuition profile of $64,150, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 93.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing710 – 770
20025th–75th percentile800
Math740 – 790
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite33 – 35
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

11.1%

Transfer-Out Rate0.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$256,600

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

3.4 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$74,736

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$490,760

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$1,238,120

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Claremont McKenna College is $13,500.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
50.2%
49.8%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
36.6%
Asian
15.7%
Hispanic
15.4%
International
14.4%
Two or more
8.2%
Black
5.1%
Unknown
4.5%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

34

Burglary

4

Theft

25

Assault

0

Robbery

1

Rape

3

Arson

1

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$64,150

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$13,267
$30k - $48k$13,756
$48k - $75k$14,929
$75k+$22,145

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$13,500
Pell Grant Recipients19.5%
Using Federal Loans19.4%
Historical 3yr Loan RepaymentN/A

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$50,020
Pell Grant Recipients20.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

96.3%

Success

93.3%

In-State Cost

$64,150

Age 25+ Students

0.4%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Arts & Sciences

Working at 6yr

135 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Claremont (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Claremont (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.