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Claremont McKenna College

Private nonprofit Claremont, CA · Suburban · Far West · 93% data reported · Agent Insights
93%
Graduation Rate
$104,736
Earnings (10yr)
$28,849
Net Price
10%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Claremont McKenna College has an impressive graduation rate of 93%. This high rate reflects the college's commitment to student success and academic support. With a low acceptance rate of 10%, it attracts motivated students who are ready for a rigorous academic environment.

According to Chetty/Opportunity Insights data, specific mobility metrics for Claremont McKenna are not available. However, the college's focus on social sciences, business, and technology indicates a strong preparation for the workforce. Graduates typically earn an average of $104,736 within ten years, suggesting a solid return on investment for students.

The net price for attending Claremont McKenna is $28,849, and the median student debt stands at $13,500. This financial framework makes it accessible for a range of students, particularly those from lower-income backgrounds, as evidenced by the 18% Pell Grant rate. Students who thrive here are often those seeking a challenging academic experience and who are interested in fields like business, psychology, and the sciences.

Rankings

How Claremont Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation93%Earnings 10yr$105KNet Price$29KRetention98%Median Debt$14KPell Grant Rate18%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$15K$0-30K$7K$30-48K$16K$48-75K$52K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%433.4%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%6828.3%MOBILITY295.92%

Cost & Financial Aid

$67,980
In-State Tuition
$67,980
Out-of-State
$28,849
Avg Net Price
$13,500
Median Debt
18%
Pell Grant Rate
21%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$15,308
Family Income $0–$30K
$7,360
Family Income $30K–$48K
$16,389
Family Income $48K–$75K
$52,295
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$87,603
6 Years After Entry
$105,942
8 Years
$104,736
10 Years
0.13x
Debt-to-Earnings
91%
Loan Repayment (3yr)
80%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$87,603 6yr $105,942 8yr $104,736 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

295.92%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
6828.3%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
433.4%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$142,000
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.90
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
9.6%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Innovation

Data: Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data

1.362%
Inventor Rate
31
Total Patents
66
Total Citations

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 10%
Retention Rate 98%
SAT Average 1527
ACT Midpoint 34
SAT Range 1470–1560
ACT Range 33–35
Full-Time Faculty 90%
Faculty Salary (mo) $16,701
Diversity Index 0.79

Top Programs

Social Sciences 44%
Biology & Biomedical 9%
Psychology 6%
Business & Marketing 3%
Computer Science & IT 3%
Engineering 2%
English & Literature 2%
Communications 1%