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Harvey Mudd College

Private nonprofit Claremont, CA · Suburban · Far West · 93% data reported · Agent Insights
93%
Graduation Rate
$138,687
Earnings (10yr)
$35,924
Net Price
13%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Harvey Mudd College stands out with a graduation rate of 93%. This exceptional statistic indicates a strong commitment to student success and support. Students here can expect an educational environment that promotes completion and achievement.

The earnings potential for graduates is impressive, with a median income of $138,687 ten years after graduation. This signals strong career outcomes, especially for those entering fields like engineering and computer science. While specific mobility rates are not available, the data suggests that students from various backgrounds can find opportunities for advancement.

Attending Harvey Mudd comes with a net price of $35,924 and a median debt of $25,000. This financial landscape makes it essential for students to consider their return on investment. Those who thrive here are often driven, with a passion for STEM fields, and benefit from a rigorous academic environment that aligns with their career aspirations.

Rankings

How Harvey Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation93%Earnings 10yr$139KNet Price$36KRetention96%Median Debt$25KPell Grant Rate15%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$28K$0-30K$24K$30-48K$18K$48-75K$51K$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%393.2%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%7435.0%MOBILITY292.33%

Cost & Financial Aid

$68,613
In-State Tuition
$68,613
Out-of-State
$35,924
Avg Net Price
$25,000
Median Debt
15%
Pell Grant Rate
33%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$27,979
Family Income $0–$30K
$23,883
Family Income $30K–$48K
$17,968
Family Income $48K–$75K
$50,665
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$115,107
6 Years After Entry
$144,598
8 Years
$138,687
10 Years
0.18x
Debt-to-Earnings
86%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$115,107 6yr $144,598 8yr $138,687 10yr

Social Mobility

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

292.33%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
7435.0%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
393.2%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$139,800
Parent Median Income

Innovation

Data: Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data

12.005%
Inventor Rate
190
Total Patents
180
Total Citations

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 13%
Retention Rate 96%
SAT Average 1545
ACT Midpoint 35
SAT Range 1500–1570
ACT Range 34–36
Full-Time Faculty 93%
Faculty Salary (mo) $15,352
Diversity Index 0.82

Top Programs

Engineering 30%
Computer Science & IT 18%
Physical Sciences 14%
Biology & Biomedical 8%
Mathematics & Statistics 3%