Should I ed to Pomona?
If Pomona is your top choice, you’ll want to strongly consider applying ED I by November 15 or ED II by January 8. The Regular Decision deadline also falls on Jan 8, but the acceptance rates are significantly lower in this round.
What kind of students does Pomona want?
Pomona is known for holding its students to a high standard, and in order to meet this standard you’ll need to have impressive academic scores as well as a record of dedication to your commitments, hobbies, and extracurricular activities.
What does Pomona College look for in students?
Why didn’t Pomona give me an admission offer?
The applicant pool is typically extremely strong, and Pomona is not able to make admission offers to all qualified students who apply. When reviewing applications, Pomona’s admissions office takes into account a variety of factors.
How do I apply to Pomona?
Using the Common App or the Coalition App, prospective applicants can choose between three different timelines on which to apply to Pomona: Early Decision 1 (ED I or ED 1), Early Decision 2 (ED II or ED 2), or Regular Decision (RD).
Is Pomona College need-blind?
For applicants from the United States, admission to Pomona is need-blind. This means that, for these applicants, their ability to pay for college will not impact whether or not they are admitted. 57\% of students at Pomona receive need-based financial aid from the college to assist with the cost of their education.
Do I need to apply to engineering programs at Pomona?
Students will not need to apply to these engineering programs until after they have matriculated at Pomona and consulted with a Pomona advisor, but interested applicants should be aware that they will need to plan out their courses carefully from the beginning in order to make sure all requirements are met.