Pomona College

As a liberal arts college, Pomona looks for students who have a strong academic ability but also show a love for arts and their community. When reviewing applications, the committee looks for the type of courses taken, challenging curriculum, academic record, achievements, personal character, and love of learning. They also ask that students have a taste for adventure and a creative personality.

Applicants should have taken these courses during high school: four years of English, four years of natural science including two labs, three years of foreign language, two or three years of social sciences, and four years of math (calculus will be required for some majors). AP and community college courses are also recommended. SAT scores should be in the 1,480 - 1,560 range and ACT in the 34 - 35 range.

For early decision applicants who are sure Pomona College is their school of choice should apply by November 1st and expect to be notified of the school’s decision by December 1^st. These students have until January 1st to apply. For students who are unsure if they will be attending Pomona but would still like to apply should aim for the January 1^st due date. These applicants will hear back by April 1^st and are expected to make their intent known by May 1^st.

All applications must be done through either the Coalition Application, the Common Application, or the QuestBridge Application. none is required for all applicants as is a $70 fee. none is also recommended but not needed. Every year, 12,100 students apply for Pomona College with 800 being selected for acceptance, which is an acceptance rate of 7. This results in about 420 freshman enrolling for the Fall semester (or 50%).