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How to Apply

We look forward to reading your application! To get started, you’ll need to make two basic decisions: (1) which application to use and (2) which application plan to choose.

Pomona accepts  Apply Coalition on Scoir , the  Common Application  and the  QuestBridge  application. We give no preference in the admissions process based on which of these applications you submit, so look into which one provides the best showcase for you and your talents.

Pomona offers first-year applicants two application plan options: Early Decision (ED) or Regular Decision (RD). Depending on which plan you choose (ED or RD), there is a deadline by which you must submit your application. Supporting materials such as transcripts and letters of recommendation do not need to be submitted by the published deadlines, although we do encourage applicants to submit them as close to the deadline as possible. Applicants will have access to a portal where they can track our receipt of their application components, and we will email an applicant if a missing item prevents us from reading their application.

Early/Regular Decision FAQ

Early decision.

If Pomona is your absolute first-choice college, an Early Decision (ED) application may be your best option. Both ED I and ED II applicants are evaluated in the same way; the only difference is that ED II has a later calendar date (allowing applicants, for instance, to show more of their senior year grades and to take an additional round of standardized testing). While ED applicants are free to simultaneously apply to other colleges through non-binding, unrestricted admission plans (including Early Action), if admitted to Pomona through Early Decision, you unconditionally agree to attend Pomona College if you're accepted, and agree to withdraw all other applications.

Regular Decision

Most students apply and are admitted to Pomona through the Regular Decision option. This means you may apply to as many or as few colleges as you choose, and you’ll receive admissions decisions around the same time—by April 1. You can then compare the offers of admission and financial aid and make your final decision of where to enroll.

Application Components

Applicants eligible for a decision.

All individuals who complete the College’s application requirements for admission will be notified of a decision by the Office of Admissions. Decision notifications are limited to: admission, non-admission (or “deny”), placement on a waiting list, or the withdrawal of an application by the applicant or the institution. Pomona College considers all applicants who submit 1) an application (via the Common Application, Apply Coalition on Scoir, Concourse, or QuestBridge) and 2) a transcript (official, unofficial or self-reported) to be eligible for a committee review and eligible for a decision. The Office of Admissions will notify students of any missing application components a minimum of twice prior to engaging in committee review for a given applicant. Applicants also have access to a self-service application portal to ensure application components are received. We reserve the right to request additional documents as appropriate during the review and decision-making process, but documents beyond the application and transcript are not required to receive a decision from the Admissions Committee. However, if conditionally admitted, final official transcripts are required to enroll at Pomona College.

Application Fee or Fee Waiver

There is a one-time, non-refundable application fee of $70. However, we understand that this application fee may present a financial hardship for some applicants. If you plan to apply for financial aid, and the application fee presents a hardship for you or your family, please complete the Pomona Access Pass form. 

Upon completion of this form, the $70 application fee will be waived without requiring additional documentation. Questions? Please email our office at [email protected] .

Official High School Transcript(s)

For most students, this means asking your high school counselor to electronically submit your official transcript(s) with grades through your junior year. Transcripts also may be submitted through Parchment. Transcripts sent by students are not considered official.

Title IV Compliance Statement : The Pomona College Office of Admissions will confirm all final transcripts arrive from a high school with a CEEB code, as well as the high school seal and/or signature. If a final transcript arrives from a high school that lacks a CEEB code or seal/signature, the Office of Admissions will investigate to confirm that the school is recognized by the relevant state Department of Education or home school association. In some cases the Office of Admissions may request a copy of the student’s diploma, GED certificate or homeschooling certificate the summer prior to enrollment in order to comply with Federal Student Aid regulations.

Guidance on California AB 104:  Pomona College will accept for admissions purposes transcripts from California students who elect or authorize changes to their transcripts as allowed by  California Assembly Bill 104 , namely changing letter grade(s) to Pass or No Pass grade(s). 

A primary aim of our holistic admission review process is to look for evidence of applicants’ academic aptitude and readiness for Pomona through an assessment of recommendations, rigor of the curriculum, course choices, and grades. We will assess what is provided on all applicants’ transcripts using the same review process and standards. Prior to exercising this option afforded by  California Assembly Bill 104 , students are encouraged to speak with a school counselor or their school principal to ensure they are fully aware of all options before electing to have the grades replaced.

School Report and Counselor Recommendation

These should be submitted by your high school counselor. Be assured that you are not disadvantaged in the admissions process if you attend a large high school, and your counselor is not able to provide a highly personalized recommendation. This is one aspect of our holistic admissions review, and we do not expect every student to provide a detailed counselor recommendation. We also no longer require that school counselors answer a question about applicants' disciplinary history.

Mid-Year Report

Your counselor should submit this form by Feb. 15 along with an updated transcript containing your most recent senior-year grades (typically, first-semester grades).

Two Letters of Recommendation

These should be written by teachers of core academic subject areas: English, foreign languages, math, science or social sciences. We prefer letters from teachers who know you well. Optionally, a recommendation from a teacher of an elective subject (music, art, journalism, etc.), or by a coach, employer or other individual who can speak to your skills or special qualities may serve as an additional recommendation.

Test Scores for International Applicants

If you are applying from a school where English is not the primary language of instruction, you must also submit scores from either the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) , the International English Language Testing System ( IELTS) or the Duolingo English Test . Official score reports may be sent, or students may self-report their scores on their applications. All enrolling students are required to submit an official score report, and any discrepancies between self-reported and official test scores may jeopardize a student's offer of admission. For more information, please see our International FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions). 

Pomona-Specific Essay Questions

The Pomona-specific essay prompts for those applying for Fall 2024 admission include an academic interest statement (max. 150 words); a short-response essay (max. 150 words); and a longer-response essay (max. 250 words).

(1) Academic Interest Statement: What do you love about the subject(s) you selected as potential major(s)? If undecided, share more about one of your academic passions.

(2) Short-Response Essay: choose to respond to one of the following three prompts in 150 words or less:

• At Pomona, we celebrate and identify with the number 47. Share with us one of your quirky personal, family, or community traditions and why you hold on to it.
• What item are you excited to bring with you to college?
• Describe a time when you felt empowered or on top of the world?

(3) Longer-Response Essay: choose to respond to one of the following three prompts in 250 words or less:

• In the past few years, is there something you have changed your mind about? Why?
• Reflecting on a community that you are part of, what values or perspectives from that community would you bring to Pomona?
• What strength or quality do you have that most people might not see or recognize?

Optional Application Components

Standardized test scores.

Pomona College has made its test-optional policy permanent for students applying for first-year and transfer admission. Under this policy, SAT or ACT scores are not required to apply but students may choose to self-report them on their applications. Pomona College will accept scores from the new Electronic SAT.

How do I choose whether or not to include my test scores as part of my application?

Practically speaking, applicants will be asked on the application if they choose to submit test scores. If a student answers “no,” that is all they need to do. If a student answers “yes,” they will submit their application and will be asked to self-report their scores later on their Pomona applicant portal. If they fail to provide scores after receiving instructions and reminders, the test scores will be considered a missing application item and could result in the application being incomplete and not reviewed.

If a student who answered “yes” later changes their mind about submitting scores, they can let us know before a stated deadline, and the scores will no longer be considered. Only self-reported scores are required for those choosing to submit scores. Official score reports are only for those who are admitted and enroll at Pomona and who self-reported scores for their application. Discrepancies between self-reported and official scores may jeopardize a student’s offer of admission.

Philosophically speaking, the choice to submit or not submit test scores is up to the applicant. Students are encouraged to decide how best to present themselves to the admissions committee and whether—or not—their standardized test results accurately reflect their academic ability and potential. Test scores are one factor among many– grades, curriculum rigor, recommendations and essay–that are considered in the application review process to assess academic preparation for Pomona.

What if my scores have already been sent from a testing agency or are included on my transcripts?

If you choose not to include test scores as part of your application, your test scores will not be considered in the evaluation process even if we receive your scores from a testing agency or if they appear on your transcript.

How are test scores used in the admissions process?

Good question! Test scores have always been one factor—and far from the most important one—that we have used to assess applicants’ academic preparation. Do high test scores guarantee admission? No. Are those admitted to Pomona strong students who demonstrate intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm, good grades, appropriate rigor and broad preparation across academic disciplines? Yes.

For those who elect to report them, test scores will be reviewed holistically, in the context of other application materials as indicators of academic ability and promise. In the review process, the Office of Admissions will continue to place emphasis on academic achievement, leadership and extracurricular activities, essays, and letters of recommendation from teachers and counselors. Academic preparation is necessary for admission, but most of our applicants demonstrate academic preparation. We are also evaluating what and how students will contribute to Pomona, their talents, their qualities (like grit, creativity, leadership, kindness, innovation, etc.) and their potential.

I still have questions: who can I talk to about this test-optional policy?

We invite you to contact your admissions counselor or to contact us at (909) 621-8134 or [email protected] with any questions about admissions or financial aid.

Seniors who are thinking of applying may request an interview—virtual or in-person—with a graduate of Pomona College. We do not track demonstrated interest in the application process, so interviews are entirely optional. Typically, less than ten percent of our applicants engage in an interview. Please be aware that our alumni network does not extend to every corner of the country or world, and we cannot always fulfill every interview request. For QuestBridge and Early Decision I applicants, the deadline to request an interview is October 7. For Early Decision II and Regular Decision applicants, the deadline to request an interview is December 2. For Transfer applicants, the deadline to request an interview is February 4.  Request an alumni interview . Note: it can take up to three weeks to fulfill a request.

Arts Supplements

If you have a special talent or wish to submit additional information about yourself in the area of dance, music, or theatre, we encourage you to submit a supplement after you apply to Pomona. You will be able to do so through your applicant portal. More detailed information can be found on the Supplements page.

Policy on Applicants’ Disciplinary and Criminal History Questions

Pomona College believes in treating applicants who have a disciplinary or criminal history with fairness and dignity. Thus, the College has adopted the following policies:

The Admissions Process for Applicants

The application to Pomona College will no longer contain questions about disciplinary or criminal history. The Admissions Committee will make all decisions on candidates for admission without knowledge of disciplinary or criminal history.

The Enrollment Process for Admitted Students

Prior to enrollment, students will be required to answer the following questions regarding disciplinary history:

Have you ever been found responsible for a disciplinary violation at any educational institution you have attended from the 9th grade (or the international equivalent) forward, whether related to academic misconduct or behavioral misconduct, that resulted in a disciplinary action? If Yes, please explain below.

If you are uncertain about the status of your school disciplinary or conduct record, you may wish to consult your school counselor or another school official prior to responding.

Prior to enrollment, students also will be required to answer the following question regarding criminal history:

Have you ever been adjudicated guilty or convicted of a misdemeanor, felony, or other crime?

Those depositing students who check yes will be sent a request to provide context and background information about their affirmative answer. This information will be reviewed by a special committee within two weeks of the receipt of the information.

Committee Review for Depositing Students

A review committee that includes Pomona College admissions officers, staff, and faculty will convene to review the affirmative responses from enrolling students to the disciplinary and criminal history questions and determine whether a past disciplinary or criminal offense justifies a revocation of the College’s offer of admission. This Committee is responsible for making the final determination about admission. Candidates will be notified of the Committee’s decision before being permitted to complete the enrollment process.

If you have any questions regarding these policies please contact Adam Sapp , Assistant Vice President for Admissions, (909) 621-8134.

Readmission to the College

Students who withdraw from Pomona College before earning a degree may apply for readmission or reactivation. If the withdrawal occurred within the last five years the student is a candidate for reactivation and should direct their request to the committee or Pomona official who approved the withdrawal. Students who withdrew more than five years ago are considered candidates for readmission and must consult the Office of Admissions via email. Neither reactivation nor readmission to Pomona is guaranteed. Applications filed in absentia or applicants seeking irregular enrollment are considered by the Office of the Registrar and the Academic Procedures Committee.

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Pomona College is a private, four-year liberal arts college located in Claremont, California. If you are applying, a few Pomona supplemental essays are required. These include an academic interest statement, a short response essay, and a longer response essay. Responding to these prompts in a stellar way offers the admissions professionals a better view of who you are. Let’s dive in!

Academic interest statement

The academic interest statement is a quick, 150 word maximum statement that shows why you chose to apply to Pomona. Quick doesn’t always mean easy, so give yourself plenty of time to write and review, and then repeat! 

Academic interest statement prompt

“What do you love about the subject(s) you selected as potential major(s)? If undecided, share more about one of your academic passions.”

 A topic for this prompt shouldn’t be too difficult to think of. If you are having trouble thinking of what to say, here are a few things to think about:

• What classes did you love in high school?
• What is the reason that you picked your major?
• What about your specific program at Pomona inspires you?
• What are your career aspirations?

These are all great questions to ask yourself before you start writing, to get you inspired. As with any college application essay, just be honest and be yourself–authenticity always comes through. 

Short-response essays

The Pomona College short response supplemental essays are each only a maximum of 150 words. The good thing about this section is that there are three prompt options to choose from. That means you only have to select one to write about. 

Short-response prompt #1

“At Pomona, we celebrate and identify with the number 47. Share with us one of your quirky personal, family, or community traditions and why you hold on to it.”

This is a very unique question for a college application essay, which is why it is so great. You may not have a tradition that you can think of off the top of your head, and that’s okay! That just means this prompt may not be for you– which is why they have two more options. 

An example here might be a family tradition such as eating a certain meal as a family every week, and how you would like to carry a similar tradition to college with you. It could also be a tradition that your high school community had, such as a rival football game that gets you excited to explore team rivalries at your new school. Whatever you choose to write about, try to be clear and concise in your writing, because you do not have much space to write anything super “wordy”.

Short-response prompt #2

“What item are you excited to bring with you to college?”

This is a fun question because it is so open-ended. You can use this prompt to showcase your personality and the type of person you are. It reveals things about you that can’t be found on a resume or academic report. 

Whether it is some sort of memento that reminds you of your childhood or a more practical item that you can’t live without, this prompt allows you to be witty and let the reader see who you are. You could also take this question literally, and write about something that you are bringing with you that isn’t a tangible item– something you learned at some point during your life, or a quality that you have that will help you succeed in college. 

Short-response prompt #3

“Describe a time when you felt empowered or on top of the world?

There are many directions that you can take this prompt, and we’re sure that upon reading it, you can think of at least one instance. For this prompt, you really want to channel the way that this feeling of empowerment made you feel, and how it affected your life, or the way you live your life. This can be a very deep question if you let it!

Longer response essays

The longer response essays are going to give you a bit more room to talk about things in more depth. They are going to be a maximum of 250 words, and you have three prompts to pick from, again for this section. 

Longer response essay #1

“In the past few years, is there something you have changed your mind about? Why?”

This prompt is really interesting, especially for a long response essay. For a prompt like this, the reader wants to be able to see how open-minded you can be. Are you a person who is willing to respectfully learn about the viewpoints of others? This tells a lot about a student and the way they live their lives (and how they might adapt to college life). Think about this when you are writing this prompt.

 Longer response essay #2

“Reflecting on a community that you are part of, what values or perspectives from that community would you bring to Pomona?”

For this prompt, you could talk about your community as a whole. That could be your hometown, your high school, or another larger community. You could also share about a smaller community, such as an organization that you are a part of, a church group, a service group, or even a club at school. It is important to remember that the prompt is there to inspire you, not to lock you into one certain topic. You are allowed to stray slightly from the topic as long as you redirect it to align with the question they are asking you. 

Next, you want to start thinking about what Pomona College’s core values are. With this knowledge, you can align the values learned from your  community with those of Pomona College. The core values of Pomona are:

• Professionalism
• Student development
• Ethical behavior

Take these values and connect them to the values or perspectives that you will bring with you to college. The reader will be so impressed that you have done your homework and that you are aligned with what they believe in.

Longer response essay #3

“What strength or quality do you have that most people might not see or recognize?”

This prompt is the perfect opportunity for you to dive in deep and really tell the college admissions professionals who you are on the inside. Don’t take this prompt and write about something simple– they want to know about your struggles and how they made you stronger. Lean into that feeling and write from your heart here.

A prompt like this one would be a great opportunity to write about struggles such as a medical problem, mental health struggles, bullying, family problems, growing up and growing out of friendships; the list could go on and on. This is the perfect opportunity to show Pomona what has made you stronger in your life, and how you choose to use those difficult experiences to better the life of others and yourself. This might be emotional, but that’s okay. If you feel comfortable writing about these topics, even if they are hard to get out on the page, it is going to give the essay a much more human feel. After all, sharing an authentic, lived experience reveals a person’s true colors. 

Final thoughts for students

Although having this many options to write about may seem daunting at first, it makes things a bit easier on you because you have so many options to choose from. This way, there is bound to be a prompt among the Pomona supplemental essays that fits every person. As long as you stay honest and concise in each of your essays, your personality will shine through. There is no doubt that this will impress the reader!

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At Scholarships360, we get that applying to college is a stressful time– which is why we have your back! Once you’ve finished up your Pomona College supplemental essays, you can start looking into scholarship opportunities in our scholarship database , and additional college admissions tips . You can also check out our guides on how many colleges to apply for , how to choose a college , and how to plan college visits .

Realizing Pomona might not be for you? That’s okay too! We have tons of other articles on other schools supplemental essays as well, such as Stanford University , Claremont McKenna College , and much more. Good luck on the rest of your college admissions process!

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Pomona Supplemental Essays 2023-24

Pomona supplemental essays .

If you’re planning to apply to Pomona College, you’ll also need to prepare to write several Pomona supplemental essays. Each Pomona essay that you write should expand upon your values, interests, and character. The Pomona supplemental essays are a unique opportunity for applicants to impress admissions officers simply by sharing more information about themselves. 

Pomona College is the founding member of the Claremont Colleges, a consortium of seven private undergraduate and graduate schools. The Claremont Colleges are located in Claremont, California, which is often considered to be one of the best college towns . As part of this collective, Pomona students are able to take part in the courses, programs, and offerings at their fellow universities. 

The undergraduate Claremont Colleges (Pomona, Scripps, Claremont McKenna College, Harvey Mudd, and Pitzer) are all fairly selective. Indeed, Pomona is one of the best colleges in California as well as one of the best liberal arts colleges in the country. As a prestigious university, Pomona Admissions receives as many as 10,000 applications each year. With all that in mind, you’ll need to impress the admissions team with stellar Pomona supplemental essays. However, if you need help tackling the Pomona College supplemental essays, then you’re in the right place.

In our guide to the 2023-2024 Pomona Supplemental Essays, we’ll cover:

• Choosing the right Pomona College essay prompts for you
• How to write your Pomona supplemental essays
• Importance of the Ponoma essays in the admissions process
• Other Pomona requirements for admission
• And much much more!

By the end of this guide, we hope you’ll feel prepared and excited to start writing your Pomona College supplemental essays. But, before we dive into the Pomona College essay prompts, let’s start with some admissions quick facts.

Pomona College: Quick Facts

Pomona college admissions quick facts.

• Pomona Acceptance Rate: 7% – U.S. News ranks Pomona College among the most selective schools.
• 1 (~150 word) Why Major essay; Applicants will discuss their intended college major or, if Undecided, one of their academic passions.
• 1 (~150 word) short response Pomona essay: Applicants will choose from three Pomona College essay prompts about quirky traditions, personal items, and a time you felt empowered.
• 1 (~250 word) longer response Pomona essay: Applicants will choose from three Pomona College essay prompts about changing your perspective, community values, and personal strengths.
• Common Application
• Coalition Application
• QuestBridge Application
• Early Decision I: November 15th
• Early Decision II: January 8th
• Regular Decision: January 8th
• Pomona Essay Tip: All six of the Pomona College essay prompts are unique, so choosing the right one for you may be challenging. Whether you have a great idea for every prompt or are immediately drawn to one, don’t stress! There is no “correct” combinations of prompts to choose—your Pomona essays will be fantastic as long as they are specific, reflective, passionate, and authentic.

Please note that essay requirements are subject to change each admissions cycle, and portions of this article may have been written before the final publication of the most recent guidelines. For the most up-to-date information on essay requirements, check the university’s admissions website.

Does Pomona have supplemental essays?

Yes, Pomona has supplemental essays. The prompts for your Pomona College supplemental essays include a Why Major essay along with six unique prompts for you to choose from. These are school specific essays that are required in addition to your Common App or Coalition Application personal statement essay . 

Although there is one shorter and one longer response Pomona essay, neither is particularly long. However, both of the Pomona College supplemental essays require students to choose from multiple prompts. So, narrowing down which of the Pomona essay prompts to respond to may take some time.

How many essays does Pomona require?

Pomona requires students to submit three Pomona supplemental essays as part of their application. There are two shorter 150-word Pomona supplemental essays and one longer 250-word Pomona essay.

The first Pomona essay is a Why Major essay (150 words). Both the second and third Pomona supplemental essays ask students to choose from three Pomona essay prompts to respond to. Neither the shorter nor longer response Pomona essay has a specific theme. So, you’ll have the opportunity to write about a wide variety of topics in these Pomona supplemental essays. This can feel overwhelming, but it is also an excellent opportunity for applicants to share a meaningful part of themselves with admissions officers. 

The first step to writing great Pomona supplemental essays is to make sure you understand the prompts and how to approach them. In the next few sections, we’re going to go over each Pomona essay in more detail. First, we’ll discuss the Why Major Pomona essay. Then, we’ll take a look at the Pomona essay prompts for the shorter response essay. Lastly, we’ll do the same for the longer response Pomona essay. And, of course, along the way, we’ll provide you with plenty of tips to keep in mind while crafting your essays. 

Pomona College Why Major Essay

If you’ve started any other applications, this prompt may seem familiar. Many universities choose to incorporate a Why Major essay into their supplemental requirements. Let’s take a look at Pomona’s take on this type of prompt. 

Here is the Why Major Pomona essay prompt:

What do you love about the subject(s) you selected? If Undecided, share more about one of your academic passions. (150 words)

Part of Pomona’s mission is to help students identify and address their intellectual passions. So, naturally, they want to hear about your own academic interests. If you already know your intended major – great! As such, you’ll likely know exactly what you want to write about. However, if you’re Undecided, you might find the task more challenging. But, you shouldn’t! Simply talk about any of your academic passions, even if you’re not sure that you want to major in that particular subject.

When approaching this essay, it can be helpful to think of it chronologically. First, think of when you became interested in that topic. Were you inspired by one of your teachers in school? Or, did you read, watch, or hear something that sparked your curiosity? Then, consider where you are now – how has your relationship to the subject deepened or developed? 

Additionally, starting with an anecdote is a great way to immediately engage your reader. It might have to do with the moment you first were introduced to the subject or an example of your involvement in exploring it. (Dropping the reader into a specific experience is an effective way to start any of your Pomona supplemental essays!) While simply stating what you are interested in will technically answer the prompt, never miss an opportunity to paint a picture for your reader and support your points with detailed examples. In fact, successful college essays will do just that. 

Tie it into Pomona

Once you’ve established what you love about your chosen major, think forward to how you’ll continue to explore this topic at Pomona and beyond. Are there certain aspects of Pomona’s academic experience you plan to take advantage of? What type of profession do you hope to pursue? Or, if you’re not sure what career you might want to have, frame your future in impact. What issues do you want to help solve? How do you envision yourself engaging with and serving your community?

The Why Major Pomona essay is brief, so you’ll want to be sure to only include the most important details. A sentence or two is all you need to capture the essence of a personal anecdote and set the scene for sharing your academic passions. While you have the option to talk about both your first and second-choice academic interests, be strategic about the focus of your essay. Unless you can draw a connection between your two interests, you’re likely better off focusing on just one.

Looking for more inspiration? Take a look at our Why Major essay examples to see some essays that worked, including a Pomona specific Why Major essay!

Pomona Essay – Short Response

Now let’s look at your second 150-word Pomona essay – the short response. Remember, students can choose from three Pomona essay prompts:

Pomona College Short Response Essay Prompts

Please choose one of the following three prompts to respond to with an essay of no more than 150 words., 1. at pomona, we celebrate and identify with the number 47. share with us one of your quirky personal, family or community traditions and why you hold on to it., 2. what item are you excited to bring with you to college, 3. describe a time when you felt empowered or on top of the world..

The topic of your Pomona supplemental essays will largely depend on which prompt you choose. So, let’s take a look at each prompt and what you need to accomplish in your essay.

Short response prompt #1

This prompt asks you about your traditions, specifically those that are unique. For this prompt, you’ll want to describe what the tradition is and what it means to you.

Short response prompt #2

Remember, you have the power to imbue an object with meaning. If you choose this prompt, be sure to describe the item, why it is valuable to you, and why it’s important you have it with you in college.

Short response prompt #3

Here is an opportunity to define what empowerment means to you. Consider touching on the challenges that precipitated this moment or the lasting lessons or values you took away from the experience.

How to answer Pomona supplemental essays

The main goal of your Pomona College supplemental essays is to provide admissions with compelling, interesting details not found anywhere else in your application. So, when deciding on a topic, you’ll want to consider how the prompts you select for your Pomona supplemental essays play off of one another.

For example, let’s say short response Pomona essay prompt #1 immediately brought to mind a family tradition you love and value. If you feel passionate about writing that essay, you may want to choose a prompt beside #2 for your longer Pomona essay. Since both of these prompts are about community, you run the risk of being repetitive in your essays. However, if you have two communities in your life that are important to you and your identity, then feel free to write one essay for each of them!

On a more general note, you’ll want to highlight different qualities and characteristics in your Pomona supplemental essays. For example, let’s say you choose prompt #3 for your short answer Pomona essay and share a story about you leading your robotics team to a state championship. In your essay, you’d like to capture something about your interests as well as qualities such as perseverance, leadership, and collaboration. If you choose prompt #3 for your longer response essay, you’ll want to touch on different strengths or qualities not already reflected in your other Pomona essay.

Basically, use the different Pomona essay prompts to highlight varying skills, traits, experiences, and values. This is your opportunity to round out your application and craft the most intriguing narrative for admissions. Make sure each essay adds something new and different.  

Pomona Supplemental Essays – Longer Response Essay

Finally, let’s discuss the third of your Pomona supplemental essays – the longer response essay. As before, students will need to choose from three Pomona essay prompts:

Pomona College Supplemental Essay Prompts

Please choose one of the following three prompts to respond to with an essay of no more than 250 words., 1. in the past few years, is there something you have changed your mind about why, 2. reflecting on a community that you are part of, what values or perspectives from that community would you bring to pomona, 3. what strength or quality do you have that most people might not see or recognize.

Let’s discuss each of these prompts in a bit more detail.

Longer response prompt #1

This is a great prompt because we get to see a moment of change and growth. Be sure to establish your previous perception or stance so we can see the difference between the before and after, connected through the “why”. Be sure to delve into why the change happened. This is where admissions will see your ability to reflect as well as your capacity for personal growth.

Longer response prompt #2

Think of this prompt as an opportunity to show Pomona why you’d be a valuable addition to their community. You’ll want to demonstrate the value or perspective through specific examples. You might expand on what a certain value looks like in your community or perhaps a moment where your community taught you something. Then, be sure to mention how this perspective or value would translate to a college campus.

Longer response prompt #3

With this prompt, you have free range to brag about yourself. Don’t be afraid to highlight your best qualities, so long as you can back them up with specific examples. Take advantage of anecdotes so that it doesn’t read as a list of strengths. You might even start this prompt by working backward, first thinking about some of your most meaningful experiences and then relating them to one of your strengths. 

How to write Pomona supplemental essay

Writing your Pomona College supplemental essays requires a similar approach to any college application essay . You’ll want to follow a complete writing process in order to arrive at the best Pomona supplemental essays possible. Each step is important so don’t cut corners. That means allowing yourself plenty of time to write these essays. 

Let’s check out the steps you should follow for each essay:

Steps for Writing Pomona College Supplemental Essays

1. brainstorming.

When approaching a prompt, try building a mind map to explore potential ideas. The topic with the most connections will likely be the easiest to write about. Not into a mind map? Well, there are plenty of other ways to come up with ideas. Check out this webinar for some more ideas!

2. Writing a first draft

Don’t worry about making your first draft perfect. In fact, don’t even stress about the word count yet. Just get your ideas down on paper. You’ll worry about sorting through them next.

3. Refining your ideas

Now that you’ve got a first draft, look for the throughline. What’s the overarching message or point of your essay? Do you have a beginning, middle, and end? Think about what you want your reader to be left with by the end of your essay, then go back and consider how each sentence contributes to that goal.

4. Editing for clarity

If your essay is too long, here’s where you can narrow down and highlight only the most important ideas. Where can you simplify your wording and make your statements more direct? Does your essay raise any questions that are left unanswered?

5. Proofreading

A final essay should be free of any spelling, grammar, or punctuation errors. When you’re happy with the content of your essay, be sure to do a final check to polish your essays and make sure they shine . It’s also helpful to have another pair of eyes read through your essays. They can check for any mechanical errors as well as clarity of the content. 

While you may decide to brainstorm for every prompt, you’ll probably want to settle on one before you start drafting your Pomona supplemental essays. Keep reading for more tips on how to select the right Pomona essay prompt for you.

Advice on choosing the right essay prompt for you

Choosing which of the Pomona College essay prompts to respond to might feel like a big decision. After all, the prompts you pick will directly impact your Pomona supplemental essays and the topics you discuss in them. Before you get stressed out about making this decision, just remember you can’t go wrong. The Pomona admissions team included all of these prompts for a reason: they want to read a Pomona essay about something you feel passionate about.

Now that you know you can’t go wrong with any of the Pomona College essay prompts, you still have a decision to make. Here are some tips to keep in mind to help you decide which of the Pomona College essay prompts make the most sense for you.

Don’t limit your choices

While you may be immediately drawn to a specific prompt, take the time to do a timed free-write for all six of the Pomona College essay prompts. You may be surprised what topics you come up with for each when given the chance!

Always go back to the why

Imagine every prompt for your Pomona supplemental essays asks this question at the end: “Why?” For example, if you can’t articulate why you’re bringing your favorite stuffed animal from home in response to short answer prompt #2, it’s probably not a good enough topic for one of your Pomona supplemental essays. The meaning behind the topic you choose is the key to crafting passionate essays. 

Think about the bigger picture

Remember, your Pomona College supplemental essays won’t be considered on their own. They’ll be considered alongside your other essays and elements of your application. So, keep in mind your overall personal narrative and how each essay contributes to it. Use each essay to highlight something new so that admissions gets a true sense of who you are and what you’d bring to campus.

Remember, above all, choose the prompts you’ll have the most fun responding to! If your responses to the Pomona College essay prompts capture your voice and passion, you’re doing everything right.

Does Pomona care about essays?

If you’re wondering how to get into Pomona, you might be asking yourself how important the Pomona supplemental essays are when it comes to admissions decisions. As a highly ranked and selective college, Pomona needs to be impressed with every part of your application. Admissions is looking for students who are passionate about their intellectual pursuits and will thrive in their campus community. 

Furthermore, each Pomona essay is an opportunity to demonstrate how serious you are about attending Pomona. Completing the Pomona supplemental essays with care demonstrates your competence as a prospective student, commitment to personal excellence, and respect for the college. So, well-thought-out and polished Pomona supplemental essays should definitely be a top priority in your “how to get into Pomona” strategy.

To drive home the importance of your Pomona supplemental essays, consider this: There are many colleges without supplemental essays and others with optional supplemental essays. All three of the Pomona supplemental essays are required . That means admissions is relying on your essays to provide them with a full, vibrant picture of who you are and what you’ll bring to Pomona.

Additional information about Pomona College

So, now that we’ve gone over the essay prompts and have touched on just how important the Pomona supplemental essays are, let’s look at the other Pomona requirements. After all, you need more than just the essays to complete your Pomona application.

Pomona Requirements

In addition to your Pomona supplemental essays, you’ll need to submit:

• Completed Common App, Coalition, or QuestBridge application
• Official high school transcript
• School report and counselor recommendation
• Mid-year report
• Two letters of recommendation (from core academic subject areas)
• Application fee or fee waiver

Students also have the option of submitting standardized test scores , requesting an interview, and sharing an arts supplement . If you’d like to submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher of an elective subject, coach, employer, or other individual, please note this must be in addition to the two required letters of recommendation.

Now, let’s touch on another important part of the application process – financial aid.

Pomona Financial Aid

Over half of Pomona’s students receive some level of financial aid . Pomona is need-blind, meaning they evaluate applications regardless of a student’s financial status. They are also dedicated to meeting fully demonstrated need. So, eligible students will receive an offer comprised of grants and a student employment allotment.

If you plan on applying for aid , be sure to do your research. The deadline to apply for financial aid will depend on whether you choose to apply Early Decision I, Early Decision II, or Regular Decision. Be sure to double-check the financial aid deadline for your chosen admissions plan.

If you have any more questions about what it’s like to attend Pomona, there are many ways to learn more. Pomona’s Connect / Visit page has everything from virtual campus tours, Q&As, and webinars as well as information regarding in-person programs and info sessions.

Pomona Supplemental Essays: Final Takeaways

As the most selective of the Claremont Colleges, Pomonacarefully considers each students application as a whole. In order to get the most complete understanding of their applicants, Pomona Admissions requires students to submit three Pomona College supplemental essays. While all students will write a Why Major essay, the other Pomona College essay prompts cover a range of topics.

To help you tackle your Pomona College supplemental essays, keep in mind these  key takeaways:

• Prospective students will need to write three Pomona supplemental essays: a Why Major essay, a short response essay, and a longer response essay.
• When selecting a prompt, consider what your Pomona supplemental essays will say about you as a whole.
• Ground your Pomona supplemental essays in a specific anecdote or personal experience. Bring each essay back to the “Why?” in order to write meaningfully. 

Before you submit your Pomona College supplemental essays, take a look at our guide on How to Get Into Pomona for more tips. Additionally, if you’re looking for more essay-writing tips, we have plenty of articles on how to write better essays . And, if you have more questions about your application to Pomona after it’s submitted, be sure to check out their FAQ . Good luck!

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Pomona College’s 2023-24 Essay Prompts

Why this major short response.

What do you love about the subject(s) you selected? If Undecided, share more about one of your academic passions.

Select-A-Prompt Short Response

Please choose one of the following three prompts to respond to with an essay of no more than 150 words.

1. At Pomona, we celebrate and identify with the number 47. Share with us one of your quirky personal, family or community traditions and why you hold on to it.

2. What item are you excited to bring with you to college?

3. Describe a time when you felt empowered or on top of the world.

Please choose one of the following three prompts to respond to with an essay of no more than 250 words.

1. In the past few years, is there something you have changed your mind about? Why?

2. Reflecting on a community that you are part of, what values or perspectives from that community would you bring to Pomona?

3. What strength or quality do you have that most people might not see or recognize?

Common App Personal Essay

The essay demonstrates your ability to write clearly and concisely on a selected topic and helps you distinguish yourself in your own voice. What do you want the readers of your application to know about you apart from courses, grades, and test scores? Choose the option that best helps you answer that question and write an essay of no more than 650 words, using the prompt to inspire and structure your response. Remember: 650 words is your limit, not your goal. Use the full range if you need it, but don‘t feel obligated to do so.

Some students have a background, identity, interest, or talent that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story.

The lessons we take from obstacles we encounter can be fundamental to later success. Recount a time when you faced a challenge, setback, or failure. How did it affect you, and what did you learn from the experience?

Reflect on a time when you questioned or challenged a belief or idea. What prompted your thinking? What was the outcome?

Reflect on something that someone has done for you that has made you happy or thankful in a surprising way. How has this gratitude affected or motivated you?

Discuss an accomplishment, event, or realization that sparked a period of personal growth and a new understanding of yourself or others.

Describe a topic, idea, or concept you find so engaging that it makes you lose all track of time. Why does it captivate you? What or who do you turn to when you want to learn more?

Share an essay on any topic of your choice. It can be one you‘ve already written, one that responds to a different prompt, or one of your own design.

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2 Strong Pomona College Essay Examples

Pomona College is one of the five Claremont Colleges in Claremont, California. It is a small, highly-selective school, so it’s important to write strong essays to help your application stand out. In this post, we’ll go over two essays that real students submitted to Pomona College, and outline their strengths and areas of improvement. (Names and identifying information have been changed, but all other details are preserved).

Alexandra Johnson , an expert advisor on CollegeVine, provided commentary on this post. Advisors offer one-on-one guidance on everything from essays to test prep to financial aid. If you want help writing your essays or feedback on drafts, book a consultation with Alexandra Johnson or another skilled advisor.

Please note: Looking at examples of real essays students have submitted to colleges can be very beneficial to get inspiration for your essays. You should never copy or plagiarize from these examples when writing your own essays. Colleges can tell when an essay isn’t genuine and will not view students favorably if they plagiarized. 

Read our Pomona essay breakdown for a comprehensive overview of this year’s supplemental essays.

Essay Example #1

Prompt: We believe that everyone has something to contribute and receive from a diverse community. Why is belonging to a diverse and inclusive college community important to you? (200 words)

‘It’s almost bland! How’s that possible? But it looks good’, I thought as I tasted the jollof rice. All my 40-minute efforts were wasted due to just a missing piece: salt. 

This experience engraved in me the appreciation of diversity in any successful environment. Whenever I get to any community, I see the community as a whole dish that’s to be made with different ingredients: people. To a casual onlooker, my perspective may appear inconsequential, but as it’s said: ‘the proportion of ingredients is important, but the final result is also a matter of how you put them together. Equilibrium is key’. My inclination towards diversity isn’t just contained to my culinary habits—it’s a recurring theme throughout my life. Raised in a diversified socio-cultural environment—Nairobi, a haven of 250+ tribes and languages—I have learned to respect, interact, and love others despite their backgrounds. Diversity opens doors for me to grow as I learn about people’s differences, hearing their stories and appreciating their backgrounds. It’s in doing so that the ‘dish’ becomes delectable. At Pomona, I look forward to meeting a tight-knit Sagehen-permeated community of tasty ‘ingredients’ (‘salt’ included) where I’ll be embraced as a vital ingredient: me.

What the Essay Did Well

This essay did a great job of sharing how the student has encountered diversity before and what they have learned from these experiences. The student mentions that they grew up in an environment with “250+ tribes and languages.” Then, they detail how they’ve learned to “respect, interact, and love others despite their backgrounds.” By including what they’ve learned, the writer shows how they thrive in a diverse environment and further, how they will contribute diversity to Pomona College’s campus. 

The writer also has a great idea for a theme about recipes that ties into why diversity is important. They mention how having every ingredient in jollof rice is essential to the dish turning out well; similarly, they say that diversity on campus is important to promote learning. This theme is creative, and it allows the writer to include an activity they enjoy, cooking, in the essay. By including a brief story about cooking, the writer also has a great first sentence: “It’s almost bland! How’s that possible?” This dialogue catches the reader’s attention, and it gets the reader excited to read the essay. Try including a unique first sentence like this in your own essay! 

What Could Be Improved 

While the first line does well as a hook, the writer could have elaborated a little more on their ideas in the first paragraph. They could have improved this by sharing more about why they were making this recipe and how often they cook. Sharing details like this would allow the reader to learn more about the student and their interests. 

Similarly, the student could have shared more about themselves and how diversity has directly impacted them. They begin to do this when they talk about growing up with many tribes and languages and how it taught them lessons about respect for those who are different. However, the essay would be stronger if the reader gave an example of a time when they learned to respect someone with a different background. An example would provide the reader with a better idea of how the writer interacts with those who are different than them, as well as what the writer has gained from diversity and wants to gain from the diverse environment at Pomona College. 

Essay Example #2

Prompt:   What gets you excited about your academic interest selection(s) above? (300 words) 

Saved in the Notes app on my phone are three questions: What can I know? What must I do? What may I hope for? First asked by Immanuel Kant, these questions guide my pursuit of knowledge and organization of critical thought, both skills that are necessary to move our country and society forward in the right direction. As I am deeply passionate about political reform, I believe that a Philosophy, Politics, and Economics education will provide me the opportunity to understand the systemic problems in our country and devise effective solutions. 

What can I know? Over the past years, I have been primed to memorize and regurgitate information. But to me, learning is not just about filling my mind with information; I crave an understanding of how to think critically about the things I know. I am particularly excited about taking the Political Philosophy and Ethical Theory courses at Pomona to ask the “Why does this matter?” question for information I learn. A multidisciplinary education will enable me to gain new knowledge and use it productively. 

What must I do? I plan to pursue a career in the field of law, representing underprivileged members of society such as undocumented immigrants. Therefore, I believe that action beyond words is most important to giving people the justice they deserve. An education at Pomona would allow me to learn from professors such as Professor John Seery, who has had hands-on political experience working in Washington D.C. and serving as a city commissioner. Through the staff at Pomona, I will learn to use my knowledge as a vehicle for political activism. 

What may I hope for? I am motivated to learn how to examine challenges holistically and help create a better America. Attending Pomona will be the first step to achieving this goal.

This essay takes an unconventional approach; rather than being more anecdotal, the author takes a famous philosopher’s questions and applies it to their own life. By bringing in a quotation by Immanuel Kant, they subliminally allude that they are familiar with his work and highlight their passion for philosophy from the get-go. Though less personal on the surface, the connections they draw between the inquiries and their own goals allows their personality to shine through.

Structuring their essay around the three Kant quotes is a nice way to bring a clear order and flow to the essay. The reader knows exactly what to expect from each paragraph. These quotes are also a nice choice because they naturally set up three very important aspects of a “ Why Major? ” essay: academics, extracurriculars, and career aspirations. 

This student connected their academic interests to Pomona, going above and beyond the prompt. Even when you are not explicitly asked to discuss how you will explore your academic interests in college, including resources at the school and explaining how they will further your passion demonstrates 1) you have done research and 2) you would easily fit right in! Although they could have gone into more detail connecting the class and professor to them, just including these opportunities is a wise choice.

What Could Be Improved

This essay has a good premise, but it could be tightened up in a few areas. The first thing would be to be more specific about how and why this student wants to change the world. The quotes make for a perfect set up of them explaining a singular societal issue they learned about that deeply impacted them (“ What can I know “), describing actions they have taken already to address that problem (“ What can I do “), and discussing opportunities at Pomona that help them make a larger difference after graduation (“ What may I hope for “). This would have had a far stronger impression on the reader than the more general sentences currently being used.

Another way this essay could improve would be by establishing more concrete connections between the Pomona resources and their interest. Telling us, “ An education at Pomona would allow me to learn from professors such as Professor John Seery, who has had hands-on political experience working in Washington D.C. and serving as a city commissioner”  is good, but why does this student want to learn from someone who has served as city commissioner? Something like this would’ve been useful: “ Under Professor Seery’s wing, I will piece together the most useful policies for protecting undocumented immigrants so when I get to Capitol Hill I can introduce productive legislation.” 

Finally, under the current structure of this essay, there is an imbalance between the three quotes. While they flesh out what they know and do with details about themself and the school, they use the third quote as a snappy conclusion. This leaves arguably the most revealing question without any concrete answer. To solve this, they could have cut down on the introduction a bit to make space to further elaborate on what they hope to achieve with concrete examples.

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Pomona Supplemental Essays 2022-2023

By Eric Eng

When it comes to applying to the top schools in the country, your application is vitally important. In order to give yourself the best chance of gaining admission, you need to make sure all aspects of your application are top-notch. In this post, we’re going to do a deep dive into how to write Pomona supplemental essays and everything you need to keep in mind as you write.

Pomona uses the common app, and this means that you will be asked to answer essay questions contained in the common app. But like many top schools, Pomona also requires that you complete a short academic-based essay as well as an additional essay about your personal or intellectual growth. The Pomona supplemental essays 2022-2023 allow applicants a certain amount of freedom when choosing their supplemental essay topic, but we’re going to look at each essay prompt and discuss the best way to respond to each topic.

Pomona Supplemental Essay Prompts 2022-2023

So, let’s start by looking at each supplemental essay prompt, and then we will discuss how to approach each one individually.

The Pomona supplemental essays 2022 are split into three sections. The first section is a required short answer, while the second section allows you to choose from a list of prompts. The Pomona supplemental essay word count for the first two essays is 150 words. The third section asks you to respond to one out of a list of prompts with a longer essay (250 words). Let’s take a look at all of the prompts and then we will discuss them one at a time.

(1) Academic Interest Statement: What do you love about the subject(s) you selected as potential major(s)? If undecided, share more about one of your academic passions.

(2) Short-Response Essay: choose to respond to one of the following three prompts in 150 words or less:

• At Pomona, we celebrate and identify with the number 47. Share with us one of your quirky personal, family, or community traditions and why you hold on to it.
• What item are you excited to bring with you to college?
• Describe a time when you felt empowered or on top of the world?

(3) Longer-Response Essay: choose to respond to one of the following three prompts in 250 words or less:

• In the past few years, is there something you have changed your mind about? Why?
• Reflecting on a community that you are part of, what values or perspectives from that community would you bring to Pomona?
• What strength or quality do you have that most people might not see or recognize?

As you can see, the Pomona supplemental essays 2022-2023 offer you a lot of options, so we’re going to look at each essay prompt individually.

How to write the Pomona supplemental essays?

Students often wonder how to write Pomona supplemental essays because there are so many options available to them. They also wonder if certain prompts are “better” than other prompts, but this really isn’t the case. Just respond to the prompts that make the most sense to you. Let’s take a look at each prompt.

This is a fairly straightforward prompt because it just asks you to talk about what excites you about your chosen field. What made you excited about it in the first place, and why did your love for the subject grow over time? Was it a particular teacher who made the subject come alive for you, or did you have an experience that drew you to the subject? The goal is to be as specific as possible and to convey your genuine passion. If you haven’t decided on your major, that’s fine. Just write about a subject that you are passionate about. You can also discuss why you’re not sure if you want this to be your major.

The second section of the Pomona supplemental essays 2022-2023 gives you the opportunity to talk about yourself and your background. This first prompt asks you to reflect on the unique nature of your family and how this has had an effect on you. Does your family all collect something? Do you have an annual tradition? Is there a community activity that you always participate in? Once you’ve decided on this part of the essay, think about why this tradition is so important to you, your family, and your community.

This prompt also allows you to discuss the small but important details about yourself. Are you excited to bring a musical instrument? A specific book that you want to share? A treasured family heirloom? Whatever you choose, the item should reflect you in some way. It doesn’t need to be anything terribly valuable or impressive. It might just be a pen that you used all the way through high school.

• Describe a time when you felt empowered or on top of the world.

This prompt allows you to talk about a time when you felt great. It may have been an academic achievement, winning a debate, taking on a leadership role, or overcoming an obstacle. The point is to highlight an event in which you felt confident and proud of yourself.

As a student, it is vital to have an open mind. That said, changing our minds can be difficult because it often involves us reconsidering a previously held belief. No one likes to be wrong, but open-minded people are able to see another point of view and modify their beliefs accordingly. But this doesn’t have to be a time when you were “wrong” about something. Perhaps you read a book and it didn’t speak to you, but years later you read it again and found a new meaning. Perhaps you held a belief based on your upbringing, but as you grew up, other people allowed you to see a different perspective.

Colleges want to admit students who will benefit the school and the student body as a whole. This prompt requires that you reflect on what your values are, and why they are important to you. Where did you gain these values? Why are these values important to share with others?

We all have things about ourselves that are important to us that others might not see. It could be something big or something small, but whatever it is, it contributes to you as a unique person. The important thing here is to have fun and describe something about yourself that contributes to your character. Do you always have a sense when a friend is having a bad day? Are you great at organizing events? Do you have a perfect pitch? Whatever your quality or quirk, make sure you highlight why this quality is important to you and others.

At AdmissionSight, our goal is to help you with every step of the college admissions process. The Pomona supplemental essays 2022 can seem daunting at first, but our experience and expertise will help you navigate the entire process with confidence. Hopefully, this guide to the Pomona supplemental essays 2022-2023 has been helpful, but if you want more information about how AdmissionSight can help you realize your dreams, set up your free consultation today.

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Supplemental Essay Prompts by College (2022-2023)

Many colleges require applicants to submit supplemental essays in addition to the Common App essay. These essays vary in topics and range in length from just a few sentences (or 100-300 characters) to 650 words. These prompts can change from year to year. For your convenience, I have compiled the 2022-2023 supplements for a majority of the top 50 Colleges, according to the US News Report. Note that “optional” doesn’t mean “optional” these days—it is highly suggested, if not expected that you complete these essays to demonstrate genuine interest in the school. I look forward to helping your college applicant craft standout supplemental essays.  

Amherst College

Barnard College

Bates College

Boston college.

Boston University Bowdoin College Brandeis University

Brown University

Bryn mawr college.

Bucknell University California Institute of Technology (CalTech)

Carleton College

Carnegie mellon university, claremont mckenna college, colby college, colgate university, college of william and mary.

  Columbia University  

Cornell Universit

Dartmouth College

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  New York University  

The New School

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Does Amherst College have Supplemental Essays?   Yes • At Amherst we know that identity is more than checkboxes. If you would like to share more about your identity, background, family, culture or community, please tell us more here. (Maximum: 175 words) • Please briefly elaborate on an extracurricular activity or work experience of particular significance to you. (Maximum: 175 words) • If you have engaged in significant research in the natural sciences, mathematics, computer science, social sciences or humanities that was undertaken independently of your high school curriculum, please provide a brief description of the research project: (Optional) (50-75 words)     

Barnard College  

Does Barnard College have Supplemental Essays?   Yes • What factors encouraged your decision to apply to Barnard College and why do you think the college would be a good match for you? (300 words) • At Barnard, academic inquiry starts with bold questions. What are some of the bold questions you have pondered that get you excited and why do they interest you? Tell us how you would explore these questions at Barnard. (300 words) • At Barnard, academic inquiry starts with bold questions. What are some of the bold questions you have pondered that get you excited and why do they interest you? Tell us how you would explore these questions at Barnard. (300 words)  

Does Bates College have Supplemental Essays?   No  

Does Boston College have Supplemental Essays?   Yes •  Respond to one of the following prompts (400 words) Students at Boston College are encouraged to consider critical questions as they pursue lives of meaning and purpose. What is a question that matters to you and how do you hope Boston College will help you answer it? •  In 2020, we faced a national reckoning on racial injustice in America-- a reckoning that continues today. Discuss how this has affected you, what you have learned, or how you have been inspired to be a change agent around this important issue. •  At Boston College, we hope to draw on the Jesuit tradition of finding conversation partners to discuss issues and problems facing society. Who is your favorite conversation partner? What do you discuss with that person? •  Socrates stated that "the unexamined life is not worth living." Discuss a time when reflection, prayer, or introspection led to clarity or understanding of an issue that is important to you. •  Each year at University Convocation, the incoming class engages in reflective dialogue around a common text. What book would you recommend for your class to read and explore together-- and why?  

Boston University

Does Boston University have Supplemental Essays?   Yes •  What about being a student at Boston University most excites you? (250 words) •  Additional Information (optional): Please use this space if you have additional information, materials, or writing samples you would like us to consider.  

Bowdoin College

Does Bowdoin College have Supplemental Essays?   Yes •  How did you first learn about Bowdoin? (Limit 140 characters.) •  Generations of students have found connection and meaning in Bowdoin's “The Offer of the College,” written in 1906 by Bowdoin President William DeWitt Hyde. (250 words) To be at home in all lands and all ages; to count Nature a familiar acquaintance, and Art an intimate friend; to gain a standard for the appreciation of others' work and the criticism of your own; to carry the keys of the world's library in your pocket, and feel its resources behind you in whatever task you undertake; to make hosts of friends...who are to be leaders in all walks of life; to lose yourself in generous enthusiasms and cooperate with others for common ends – this is the offer of the college for the best four years of your life. Which line from the Offer resonates most with you? -    Optional: The Offer represents Bowdoin’s values. Please reflect on the line you selected and how it has meaning to you. (250 words) -    Optional: Navigating Through Differences Bowdoin believes that only through building a more diverse and inclusive campus community will the College best prepare graduates to be contributing and useful citizens of the world. (250 words)  

Brandeis University

Does Brandeis University have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•  The Brandeis community is a diverse group of critical thinkers defined by their ability to dive deeper into their learning by questioning, analyzing, evaluating, creating, critiquing and seeking other perspectives. Share an example of how you have used your own critical thinking skills on a specific subject, project, idea or interest. (250 words) •  What excites you the most about being an international student at Brandeis University? (250 words)  

Does Brown University College have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

• Brown’s Open Curriculum allows students to explore broadly while also diving deeply into their academic pursuits. Tell us about any academic interests that excite you, and how you might use the Open Curriculum to pursue them while also embracing topics with which you are unfamiliar. (250 words) •  (200-250 words) Brown’s culture fosters a community in which students challenge the ideas of others and have their ideas challenged in return, promoting a deeper and clearer understanding of the complex issues confronting society. This active engagement in dialogue is as present outside the classroom as it is in academic spaces. Tell us about a time you were challenged by a perspective that differed from your own. How did you respond? (200-250 words) •  Brown students care deeply about their work and the world around them. Students find contentment, satisfaction, and meaning in daily interactions and major discoveries. Whether big or small, mundane or spectacular, tell us about something that brings you joy. (200-250 words)  

Does Bryn Mawr College have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•  As you prepare to join a new college community, reflect on your role as a community member throughout the past four years. What legacy do you hope to leave behind? • Why are you interested in Bryn Mawr?  

Bucknell University

Does Bucknell University have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•  Please explain your interest in your first-choice major/undecided status and your second-choice major, should you opt to list one. (250 words)  

California Institute of Technology (CalTech)  

Does CalTech have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•  Because of the rigorous core course curriculum, Caltech students don’t declare a major until the end of their first year. However, some students arrive knowing which academic fields and areas already most excite them, or which novel fields and areas they most want to explore. If you had to choose an area of interest or two today, what would you choose? (Select from List) •  Why did you choose that area of interest?  (200 words) •  At Caltech, we investigate some of the most challenging, fundamental problems in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Identify and describe two STEM-related experiences from your high school years, either in or out of the classroom, and tell us how and why they activated your curiosity.  What about them made you want to learn more and explore further? •  STEM experience/activity #1* (200 words) •  STEM experience/activity #2* (200 words) •  The creativity, inventiveness, and innovation of Caltech’s students, faculty, and researchers have won Nobel Prizes and put rovers on Mars, but Techers also imagine smaller scale innovations every day, from new ways to design solar cells to 3D printing dorm decor. How have you been an innovator in your own life? * (250 words) •  The process of discovery is best advanced when people from diverse backgrounds come together to solve the greatest challenges in their fields. How do your past experiences and present-day perspectives inform who you have become and how you navigate the world? * (250 words) •  Optional Short Answers: We know, we know … you see optional and start to wonder if we mean it. But in this section, we truly do! See these as completely optional opportunities to show us more of your personality.  Optional. We promise. If there are aspects of your identity that you feel are not captured elsewhere in this application, please provide that information below. (150 words) •  When not surveying the stars, peering through microscopes, or running through marathons of coding, Caltech students pursue an eclectic array of interests that range from speedcubing to participating in varsity athletics to reading romance novels. What is a favorite interest or hobby and why does it bring you joy? (100 words) •  Did you have a hard time narrowing it down to just one interest or hobby? We understand – Caltech students like to stay busy, too – tell us about another hobby or interest! (50 words) •  Have you had any extenuating circumstances regarding your coursework (such as limited course selection or disruptions) not described elsewhere in your application? If so, tell us about them here. (150 words) •  Some Caltech applicants engage in STEM competitions locally, nationally, and internationally (such as AIME, Science Olympiad, International Science Olympiads.) If you have received any STEM honors or awards, list them here (and scores, if applicable). (200 words)

Does Carleton College have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

Please share your thoughts on one (1) of the following prompts (in no more than 300 words) of what these Carleton values look like to you: 1. I am empowered by individuals who… OR 2. I value community because… OR 3. I want to better my world by… •  Do you want to share more with us? If so, use this space to fill any gaps you think would assist us in reviewing your application. (Optional, no more than 250 words)

Does Carnegie Mellon University have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•  Many students pursue college for a specific degree, career opportunity or personal goal. Whichever it may be, learning will be critical to achieve your ultimate goal. As you think ahead to the process of learning during your college years, how will you define a successful college experience? (300 words) •  Most students choose their intended major or area of study based on a passion or inspiration that’s developed over time – what passion or inspiration led you to choose this area of study? (300 words) •  Consider your application as a whole. What do you personally want to emphasize about your application for the admission committee’s consideration? Highlight something that’s important to you or something you haven’t had a chance to share. Tell us, don’t show us (no websites please). (300 words)  

Does Claremont McKenna College have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

Why do you want to attend CMC? (150-250 words) •  One of the hallmarks of a CMC education is the first-year humanities program that all students take in their first year at the College. The program has two components: the Freshman Humanities Seminar (FHS) and the Freshman Writing Seminar (FWS). While each FHS and FWS seminar has a distinctive approach in terms of texts and topics, their pairing gives first-year students a shared academic experience in small, writing-intensive courses that foster critical thinking about a wide range of important issues. FHS introduces first-year students to some of the crucial questions that human beings face with relation to society and the world. Individual sections are taught by faculty from a range of departments. Past and current topics include: 1. Democracy and Leadership 2. Women in Science 3. Unconventional Thinking FWS, taught by faculty from the literature department, develops students’ abilities in written and oral communication at the college level. Past and current topics include: 1. Art of the Personal Essay 2. Blackness in American Cinema 3. Post-Apocalyptic Humanity For the purpose of this essay prompt, pick one FHS or FWS seminar to study at CMC. What part of your personal experience—or your desire to know more about an area outside of your experience—best explains your seminar choice?" (250 words)

Does Colby College have Supplemental Essays?   No

Does Colgate University have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

Does Colgate University have Supplemental Essays? Yes Colgate offers applicants the opportunity to lend depth to their application through optional supplemental writing prompts. •    Question 1: A great institution is diverse. It brings students of different socioeconomic backgrounds, races, ethnicities, and religions to campus. Colgate recognizes this and exposes students to a rich variety of perspectives and backgrounds in their educational and social experiences. Tell us in 150-200 words how you have prepared to immerse yourself in a community such as this or how you look forward to growing as a result of your experience at Colgate. •    Question 2: Colgate cultivates a skilled and engaged student body. Through their achievements, our students reflect the University’s reputation as a great place to pursue one’s academic interests. Tell us in 150-200 words about an academic or personal experience that highlights your skill and potential as a Colgate student. •    Question 3: The academic community at Colgate is shaped by the unique talents, character, and personality of each student. Please finish each sentence in 75 characters or less so we can learn more about you. I am fascinated by… I want to learn all I can about… My favorite book is… My role model is… In the future, I hope to … One thing I would change is… I wish… I am most challenged by… In 5 years, I…

Does College of William and Mary have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•    Beyond your impressive academic credentials and extracurricular accomplishments, what else makes you unique and colorful? What aren’t we seeing elsewhere in your application? We know nobody fits neatly into approximately 500 words, but you can provide us with some suggestion of the type of person you are.  Think of this optional opportunity as show and tell by proxy. (500 words)

Columbia University

Does Columbia University have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•  List the titles of the books, essays, poetry, short stories or plays you read outside of academic courses that you enjoyed most during secondary/high school. (75 words) •  We’re interested in learning about some of the ways that you explore your interests. List some resources and outlets that you enjoy, including but not limited to websites, publications, journals, podcasts, social media accounts, lectures, museums, movies, music, or other content with which you regularly engage. (125 words) •  A hallmark of the Columbia experience is being able to learn and thrive in an equitable and inclusive community with a wide range of perspectives. Tell us about an aspect of your own perspective, viewpoint or lived experience that is important to you, and describe how it has shaped the way you would learn from and contribute to Columbia’s diverse and collaborative community. (2oo words) •  Why are you interested in attending Columbia University? We encourage you to consider the aspect(s) that you find unique and compelling about Columbia. (200 words) •  Please tell us what from your current and past experiences (either academic or personal) attracts you specifically to the areas of study that you noted in the application. (200 words) • In Columbia’s admissions process, we value who you are as a unique individual, distinct from your goals and achievements. In the last words of this writing supplement, we would like you to reflect on a source of happiness. Help us get to know you further by describing the first thing that comes to mind when you consider what simply brings you joy. (35 words)

Cornell University

Does Cornell University have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•  Each college has a particular prompt. See here for details.

Does Dartmouth College have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•  Dartmouth celebrates the ways in which its profound sense of place informs its profound sense of purpose. As you seek admission to Dartmouth’s Class of 2027, what aspects of the College’s academic program, community, or campus environment attract your interest? In short, Why Dartmouth? (Please respond in 100 words or fewer) •  “Be yourself,” Oscar Wilde advised. “Everyone else is taken.” Introduce yourself in 200-250 words. Required of all applicants. Please choose one of the following prompts and respond in 200-250 words: •  Labor leader and civil rights activist Dolores Huerta recommended a life of purpose. “We must use our lives to make the world a better place to live, not just to acquire things,” she said. “That is what we are put on the earth for.” In what ways do you hope to make—or are you making—an impact? •  What excites you? •  In The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind, William Kamkwamba ’14 reflects on constructing a windmill from recycled materials to power electrical appliances in his family’s Malawian house: “If you want to make it, all you have to do is try.” What drives you to create and what do you hope to make or have you made? •  Dr. Seuss, aka Theodor Geisel of Dartmouth’s Class of 1925, wrote, “Think and wonder. Wonder and think.” What do you wonder and think about? •  “Not everything that is faced can be changed; but nothing can be changed until it is faced,” wrote James Baldwin. How does this quote apply to your life experiences?

Does Davidson College have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•  There are just under 4,000 4-year colleges and universities in the United States. Being as specific as possible, what interests you most about Davidson College (250-300 words) •  Davidson encourages students to explore curiosities in and out of the classroom. What is a topic, activity or idea that excites you? Tell us why. Examples may include hobbies, books, interactions, music, podcasts, movies, etc. (250-300 words).

Does Duke University   have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•  What is your sense of Duke as a university and a community, and why do you consider it a good match for you?  If there’s something in particular about our offerings that attracts you, feel free to share that as well. (250-word limit) We want to emphasize that the following questions are optional. Feel free to answer them if you believe that doing so will add something meaningful that is not already shared elsewhere in your application.  Four optional questions are available – a maximum of 2 can be selected. Please select 0 – 2 optional essay topics. (Respond in 250 words or fewer.) •  We seek a diverse student body that embodies the wide range of human experience.  In that context, we are interested in what you’d like to share about your lived experiences and how they’ve influenced how you think of yourself. •  We believe there is benefit in sharing and sometimes questioning our beliefs or values; who do you agree with on the big important things, or who do you have your most interesting disagreements with? What are you agreeing or disagreeing about? •  What has been your best academic experience in the last two years, and what made it so good? •  Duke’s commitment to diversity and inclusion includes sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression. If you’d like to share with us more about your identity in this context, feel free to do so here.

Does Elon University   have Supplemental Essays?   Yes (all five required)

Prompt 1: We’re in your hometown. Where should we go and what should we do? Tell us about your hometown. Our admissions counselors may even take your suggestions when they are in the area! (50 words)   Prompt 2: What three emojis/GIFs do you use most often? Why? OK, we know not everyone uses emojis or GIFs – so if you don’t, tell us which three you would choose if you did! (30 words)   Prompt 3: You are a superhero. What are your powers? Be imaginative. What would you do with the powers you choose? (30 words)   Prompt 4: Name three songs from your perfect playlist.   Prompt 5: Tell us your top 5. Take this opportunity to let the admissions committee know more about you. Your top 5 should be something unique to you and give us a glimpse of who you are. Be creative! You may choose any theme for your top 5. Do you love cooking? List your top 5 recipes. Are you enthusiastic about anime? Who are your top 5 characters? Do you watch or participate in a lot of athletic events? Name your top 5 moments. Love to stream; what are you watching? You could even list your top five college tours – as long as Elon is #1! Explain why these are your top 5. (250 words)

Does Emerson College   have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•    As you know, the academic programs at Emerson College are focused on communication and the arts. Please tell us what influenced you to select your major. If you're undecided about your major, what attracted you to Emerson's programs? Please be brief. (100-200 words) •    Much of the work that students do at Emerson College is a form of storytelling. If you were to write the story of your life until now, what would you title it and why? Please be brief. (100-200 words) OR •    At its best, how does community benefit the individual, the whole, or both?  

Does Emory University   have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•  What academic areas are you interested in exploring in college? (200 words) Reflect on a personal experience where you intentionally expanded your cultural awareness. Answer one of the following questions. Your response should be no more than 150 words. •  When was the last time you questioned something you had thought to be true? •  If you could witness a historic event (past, present or future) first-hand, what would it be, and why? •  Share about a time when you were awestruck. •  Which book, character, song, monologue, or piece of work (fiction or non-fiction) seems made for you? Why?

Does Franklin and Marshall College   have Supplemental Essays?   No

Does George Washington University   have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

Respond to one of the following prompts (500 words): • At the George Washington University, our students frequently interact with policymakers and world leaders. These experiences and those of our alumni can shape the future of global affairs. If you had the power to change the course of history in your community or the world, what would you do and why? • The George Washington University encourages students to think critically and to challenge the status quo. Thus, civil discourse is a key characteristic of our community. Describe a time when you engaged others in meaningful dialogue around an issue that was important to you. Did this exchange create change, new perspectives, or deeper relationships?

Does Georgetown University   have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•  Indicate any special talents or skills you possess. (250 words) •  Briefly discuss the significance to you of the school or summer activity in which you have been most involved. (Half a page) •  As Georgetown is a diverse community, the Admissions Committee would like to know more about you in your own words. Please submit a brief essay, either personal or creative, which you feel best describes you. (approximately 1 page, single-spaced) Additional Georgetown University School-Specific Prompts. (Each school-specific prompt should not exceed 1 page, single-spaced)

Does Hamilton College have Supplemental Essays? No

Does Harvard University have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•  Please briefly elaborate on one of your extracurricular activities or work experiences. (50-150 words) •  Your intellectual life may extend beyond the academic requirements of your particular school. Please use the space below to list additional intellectual activities that you have not mentioned or detailed elsewhere in your application. These could include, but are not limited to, supervised or self-directed projects not done as school work, training experiences, online courses not run by your school, or summer academic or research programs not described elsewhere. (150 words) •  You may wish to include an additional essay if you feel that the college application forms do not provide sufficient opportunity to convey important information about yourself or your accomplishments. You may write on a topic of your choice, or you may choose from one of the following topics: – Unusual circumstances in your life – Travel, living, or working experiences in your own or other communities – What you would want your future college roommate to know about you – An intellectual experience (course, project, book, discussion, paper, poetry, or research topic in engineering, mathematics, science or other modes of inquiry) that has meant the most to you – How you hope to use your college education – A list of books you have read during the past twelve months – The Harvard College Honor code declares that we “hold honesty as the foundation of our community.” As you consider entering this community that is committed to honesty, please reflect on a time when you or someone you observed had to make a choice about whether to act with integrity and honesty. – The mission of Harvard College is to educate our students to be citizens and citizen-leaders for society. What would you do to contribute to the lives of your classmates in advancing this mission? – Each year a substantial number of students admitted to Harvard defer their admission for one year or take time off during college. If you decided in the future to choose either option, what would you like to do? – Harvard has long recognized the importance of student body diversity of all kinds. We welcome you to write about distinctive aspects of your background, personal development or the intellectual interests you might bring to your Harvard classmates. •    For International Students: What specific plan do you have, if any, for using the education you hope to receive? (0-50 words)

Does Harvey Mudd College have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

“Scientific research is a human endeavor. The choices of topics that we research are based on our biases, our beliefs, and what we bring: our cultures and our families. The kinds of problems that people put their talents to solving depends on their values.” – Dr. Clifton Poodry •    How has your own background influenced the types of problems you want to solve, the people you want to work with, and the impact you hope your work can have? (500 words) •    Many students choose HMC because they don’t want to give up their interests in the Humanities, Social Sciences and the Arts – or HSA as we call it at HMC. Briefly describe what you’d like to learn about in your dream HSA class. (100 words or less)

Does Haverford College have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•   Tell us about a topic or issue that sparks your curiosity and gets you intellectually excited. How do you think the environment at Haverford, including the framework of the Honor Code, would foster your continued intellectual growth? (250 words) •  Please tell us what motivated you to apply to Haverford and what excites you most as you imagine your Haverford experience. (150 words)

Does Indiana University (Bloomington) have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

• Describe your academic and career plans and any special interest (for example, undergraduate research, academic interests, leadership opportunities, etc.) that you are eager to pursue as an undergraduate at Indiana University. Also, if you encountered any unusual circumstances, challenges, or obstacles in pursuit of your education, share those experiences and how you overcame them. This essay may be used in scholarship consideration. (4oo words)  

Does Johns Hopkins University have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•   Founded in the spirit of exploration and discovery, Johns Hopkins University encourages students to share their perspectives, develop their interests, and pursue new experiences. Use this space to share something you’d like the admissions committee to know about you (your interests, your background, your identity, or your community), and how it has shaped what you want to get out of your college experience at Hopkins. (400 words)  

Does Kenyon College have Supplemental Essays? No

Does Lafayette College have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•    Students identify Lafayette as an excellent fit for countless reasons. In your response, be deliberate and specific about your motivation for applying to Lafayette. Why do you see yourself at Lafayette? (200 words)

Does Lehigh University have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

​ •    How did you first learn about Lehigh University and what motivated you to apply? (150 words) A compelling characteristic of Lehigh’s community is that our students want to be actively engaged in their learning, their community, and the world. Our students look to make a difference and have a real-world impact. We expect our community to challenge your viewpoint, your naturalized assumptions, and the way that you see the world around you. In the words of Lehigh’s President, John Simon, “The murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis has shaken our nation, and brought into harsh relief the life-threatening, systemic racial injustice that affects the lives of so many every day. Members of our community are angry and fearful, and we will support them...We need to make Lehigh University an actively anti-racist institution. By this, we mean actively speaking out and addressing acts of racism, racist comments, racist practices, policies and procedures. •    What would you want to be different in your own country or community to respond to issues of inequality, inequity, or injustice? (300 words)

Accepts Common App: Yes Common App Essay required? Yes Does Middlebury College have Supplemental Essays? No  

Does Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•    250 words each: o    Describe the world you come from; for example, your family, clubs, school, community, city, or town. How has that world shaped your dreams and aspirations? o    Pick what field of study at MIT appeals to you the most right now, and tell us more about why this field of study appeals to you. o    We know you lead a busy life, full of activities, many of which are required. Tell us about something you do simply for the pleasure of it. o    At MIT, we bring people together to better the lives of others. MIT students work to improve their communities in different ways, from tackling the world’s biggest challenges to being a good friend. Describe one way in which you have contributed to your community, whether in your family, the classroom, your neighborhood, etc. o    Tell us about the most significant challenge you’ve faced or something important that didn’t go according to plan. How did you manage the situation?

New York University

Does New York University have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

NYU was founded on the belief that a student’s identity should not dictate the ability for them to access higher education. That sense of opportunity for all students, of all backgrounds, remains a part of who we are today and a critical part of what makes us a world class university. Our community embraces diversity, in all its forms, as a cornerstone of the NYU experience. We would like to better understand how your experiences would help us to shape and grow our diverse community. Please respond in 250 words or less.

Does The New School have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•  If you could choose a social issue to impact or change, what would you choose? When addressing this prompt, imagine how your studies and experiences at The New School could help you affect change. (400 words) •  What specific aspects of The New School’s academic programs or community drew you to apply? Please pay particular attention within your essay to the college, program, and/or campus to which you have applied. (400 words)

Does Northeastern University have Supplemental Essays?   No

Does Northwestern University have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•  Help us understand how you might engage specific resources, opportunities, and/or communities here. We are curious about what these specifics are, as well as how they may enrich your time at Northwestern and beyond. (3oo words)

Does Oberlin College have Supplemental Essays?   No

Does Pepperdine University have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•    Pepperdine is a Christian university where all are welcomed and encouraged to challenge each other in the pursuit of truth. Students, faculty, and staff members from all backgrounds participate in conversations of faith inside and outside of the classroom. Considering that Pepperdine is a Christian university, why are you interested in attending and how would you contribute to conversations of faith on campus? (5oo words)

Does Pomona College have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

The Pomona-specific essay prompts for those applying for Fall 2023 admission include an academic interest statement (max. 150 words); a short-response essay (max. 150 words); and a longer-response essay (max. 250 words). (1) Academic Interest Statement: What do you love about the subject(s) you selected as potential major(s)? If undecided, share more about one of your academic passions. (2) Short-Response Essay: choose to respond to one of the following three prompts in 150 words or less: o    At Pomona, we celebrate and identify with the number 47. Share with us one of your quirky personal, family, or community traditions and why you hold on to it. o    What item are you excited to bring with you to college? o    Describe a time when you felt empowered or on top of the world? (3) Longer-Response Essay: choose to respond to one of the following three prompts in 250 words or less: o    In the past few years, is there something you have changed your mind about? Why? o    Reflecting on a community that you are part of, what values or perspectives from that community would you bring to Pomona? o    What strength or quality do you have that most people might not see or recognize?

Does Princeton University have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

Activities: Please briefly elaborate on one of your extracurricular activities or work experiences that was particularly meaningful to you. (Response required in about 200 words.) Please respond to each question in an essay of about 250 words: 1.)    At Princeton, we value diverse perspectives and the ability to have respectful dialogue about difficult issues. Share a time when you had a conversation with a person or a group of people about a difficult topic. What insight did you gain, and how would you incorporate that knowledge into your thinking in the future? 2.)    Princeton has a longstanding commitment to service and civic engagement. Tell us how your story intersects (or will intersect) with these ideals. 3.)    Please respond to each question in 75 words or fewer. There are no right or wrong answers. Be yourself! What is a new skill you would like to learn in college? What brings you joy? What song represents the soundtrack of your life at this moment?

Does Sarah Lawrence College have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

Optional: We know that there may be elements of who you are as a person and student that you may not feel are conveyed fully in the other sections of this application. If you wish to showcase a little more about your particular interest in Sarah Lawrence College, please respond to one of the prompts below. •    Sarah Lawrence students are often described as hyphenates: director-playwright-sound designer, environmentalist-photographer, journalist-linguist, economist-poet. In 250-500 words, tell us about seemingly disparate interests you’ve brought together, or hope to bring together at Sarah Lawrence. •    Students at Sarah Lawrence are asked to design their own research questions and answer them during semester-long projects. In 250-500 words, thoughtfully respond to a prompt of your own creation. •    Sarah Lawrence College’s community places strong value in inclusion and diversity. In 250-500 words, tell us about what you value in a community and how your perspective, lived experiences, or beliefs might contribute to your College community. •    In her 2019 commencement address, Maggie Haberman ’96 told the graduating class “My time at Sarah Lawrence helped me understand the importance of patience, of assuming good faith in others, and of finding truth.” In 250 – 500 words, tell us about a time you spoke your own truth or found the importance in one of the values Maggie describes.

Does Scripps College have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•    Why have you chosen to apply to Scripps College? (200 words)

Does Skidmore College have Supplemental Essays?   No

Does Smith College have Supplemental Essays?   No

•    The Stanford community is deeply curious and driven to learn in and out of the classroom. Reflect on an idea or experience that makes you genuinely excited about learning. (250 words) •    Virtually all of Stanford's undergraduates live on campus. Write a note to your future roommate that reveals something about you or that will help your roommate – and us – get to know you better. (250 words) •    Tell us about something that is meaningful to you and why. (250 words) •    50 words each: o    What is the most significant challenge that society faces today? o    How did you spend your last two summers? o    What historical moment or event do you wish you could have witnessed? o    Briefly elaborate on one of your extracurricular activities, a job you hold, or responsibilities you have for your family. o    Name one thing you are looking forward to experiencing at Stanford.

Does Swarthmore College have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•    250 words each: o    Swarthmore students’ worldviews are often forged by their prior experiences and exposure to ideas and values. Our students are often mentored, supported, and developed by their immediate context—in their neighborhoods, communities of faith, families, and classrooms. Reflect on what elements of your home, school, or community have shaped you or positively impacted you. How have you grown or changed because of the influence of your community? o    We are inspired by students who are flexible in their approach to learning, who are comfortable with experimentation, and who are willing to take intellectual risks that move them out of their comfort zone. Reflect on a time that you were intellectually challenged, inspired, or took an intellectual risk—inside or outside of the classroom. How has that experience shaped you, and what questions still linger? o    Why are you interested in applying to and attending Swarthmore?

Does Syracuse University have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•    Why are you interested in Syracuse University and how do you see yourself contributing to a diverse, inclusive and respectful campus community? (250 words)

Does Tufts University have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

Applicants to the School of Arts and Sciences, School of Engineering, and 5-Year Tufts/NEC Combined Degree answer the following two questions: •    Which aspects of the Tufts undergraduate experience prompt your application? In short, “Why Tufts?” (100-150 words) Now we’d like to know a little more about you. Please respond to one of the following three questions. (200-250 words): •    It’s cool to love learning. What excites your intellectual curiosity? •    How have the environments or experiences of your upbringing – your family, home, neighborhood, or community – shaped the person you are today? •    Where are you on your journey of engaging with or fighting for social justice? Applicants to the BFA or 5-Year BFA+BA/BS Combined Degree at the SMFA at Tufts answer the following two questions: •    Which aspects of the Tufts undergraduate experience prompt your application? Why SMFA at Tufts? (100-150 words) •    B) Art has the power to disrupt our preconceptions, shape public discourse, and imagine new ways of being in the world.  What are the ideas you’d like to explore in your work? (200-250 words)

Does Tulane University have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•    Describe why you are interested in attending Tulane University. (5oo words) •    (Tulane values the lessons gained from pursuing an education alongside a student body that represents a wide range of experiences and perspectives and is reflective of our multicultural world. If you would like to share a perspective related to your family, cultural group, sexual or gender identity, religious group, or some other aspect that has shaped your identity, please do so here.) •    If you would like to elaborate on one of your activities, you may do so briefly here. (250 words)

Does University of Chicago have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

Question 1 (Required) •    How does the University of Chicago, as you know it now, satisfy your desire for a particular kind of learning, community, and future? Please address with some specificity your own wishes and how they relate to UChicago. Question 2: Extended Essay (Required; Choose one) Essay Option 1 •    Was it a cat I saw? Yo-no-na-ka, ho-ka-ho-ka na-no-yo (Japanese for “the world is a warm place”). Może jutro ta dama da tortu jeżom (Polish for “maybe tomorrow that lady will give a cake to the hedgehogs”). Share a palindrome in any language, and give it a backstory. Essay Option 2 •    What advice would a wisdom tooth have? Essay Option 3 •    You are on an expedition to found a colony on Mars, when from a nearby crater, a group of Martians suddenly emerges. They seem eager to communicate, but they’re the impatient kind and demand you represent the human race in one song, image, memory, proof, or other idea. What do you share with them to show that humanity is worth their time? For other options, see University of Chicago website

Does University of Miami have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•    The University of Miami's official mascot is the ibis. Folklore maintains that the native marsh bird is the last to take shelter before a hurricane hits and the first to emerge once the storm passes, making it an apt symbol of courage and resilience. (25o words) •    Considering your ability to control your own motivation and behavior, how have past experiences helped build your courage and resilience to persist in the face of academic and life challenges so that, once these storms pass, you can emerge in continued pursuit of your goals?

Does University of Michigan have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•    Everyone belongs to many different communities and/or groups defined by (among other things) shared geography, religion, ethnicity, income, cuisine, interest, race, ideology, or intellectual heritage. Choose one of the communities to which you belong and describe that community and your place within it. (3oo words) •    Describe the unique qualities that attract you to the specific undergraduate College or School (including preferred admission and dual degree programs) to which you are applying at the University of Michigan. How would that curriculum support your interests? (55o words)

Does University of North Carolina (Chapel Hill) have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•    Choose two of the following prompts to respond to in 200-250 words: 1.    Describe an aspect of your identity and how this has shaped your life experiences or impacted your daily interactions with others? 2.    Describe a peer who is making a difference in your school or community. What actions has that peer taken? How has their work made a difference in your life? 3.    If you could change one thing to better your community, what would it be? Please explain. 4.    Former UNC-Chapel Hill employee, community service member, and civil rights activist Esphur Foster once said “We are nothing without our history.” Her words are memorialized on the Northside Neighborhood Freedom Fighters monument. How does history shape who you are? Fill-in-the-blank responses You’ll complete all of the following fill-in-the-blank responses in 25 words each: 1.) One family, friend, or school tradition I cherish: 2.) If I had an extra hour in every day, I would spend it: 3.) If I could travel anywhere, near or far, past, present or future, I would go: 4.) The last time I stepped outside my comfort zone, I: 5.) People who meet me are most likely to notice, and least likely to notice:

Does University of Notre Dame have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

The University of Notre Dame Writing Supplement consists of one (1) essay response to a required question and one (1) essay response to one of four questions you select from a list of options provided. In total, you will write two (2) essay responses. The word count is a maximum of 200 words per essay. Required Question: •    Notre Dame is a Catholic university, founded by members of the Congregation of Holy Cross, with a mission to educate the hearts and minds of students. What excites you about attending Notre Dame? Additional Prompts (You choose 1): •    People in the Notre Dame community come from many different places, backgrounds, and walks of life. How is where you’re from a part of who you are? •    Tell us about a time when you advocated for something you believe in. •    If you were given unlimited resources to help solve one problem in your community, what would it be and how would you accomplish it? •    What is the greatest compliment you have ever been given? Why was it meaningful to you?

Does University of Pennsylvania have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

Write a short thank-you note to someone you have not yet thanked and would like to acknowledge. (We encourage you to share this note with that person, if possible, and reflect on the experience!) (150-200 words) •    How will you explore community at Penn? Consider how Penn will help shape your perspective and identity, and how your identity and perspective will help shape Penn. (150-200 words) •    Considering the specific undergraduate school you have selected, how will you explore your intellectual and academic interests at the University of Pennsylvania? (300-450 words)

Does University of Southern California (USC) have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

Describe how you plan to pursue your academic interests and why you want to explore them at USC specifically. Please feel free to address your first- and second-choice major selections. (Approximately 250 words) Describe yourself in three words (25 characters). 1. 2. 3. The following prompts have a 100 character limit: What is your favorite snack? Best movie of all time: Dream job: If your life had a theme song, what would it be? Dream trip: What TV show will you binge watch next? Which well-known person or fictional character would be your ideal roommate? Favorite book: If you could teach a class on any topic, what would it be?

Does University of Vermont have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

You may submit a response to ONE of the following prompts. •     (Optional) 500 words- Respond to one of the following prompts. o    Why UVM? o    Established in 1978 in a renovated gas station in Burlington, VT, Ben and Jerry’s is synonymous with the ice cream business. The company’s success and unique brand identity are due in part to their one-of-a-kind flavors. Which Ben and Jerry’s ice cream flavor (real or imagined) best describes you? o    Whether they are constructing a robot, a stronger sense of community or an identity, UVM students are builders. What would you like to build? o    At UVM, learning extends far beyond the walls of our classrooms. From student-led organizations, to internships and study abroad experiences, UVM students are encouraged to pursue knowledge in all environments. Describe a time when you’ve learned in a non-traditional setting. o    Communities and organizations are stronger when they value diversity of thought. How do you create meaningful connections or conversations with others when they express opinions that differ from your own?

Does University of Virginia have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•    The first prompt is still tied to the UVA school or college the student selects. We want students to answer the prompt in around 100 words. As always, the boxes on the Common App allow students to go a bit over, so we don’t expect students to write exactly 100 words. Students will then write responses to two prompts out of eleven options in about 50 words each. Again, the Common App boxes allow students to go a little over the stated limit. Some of these are old favorites and some are new. •    What’s your favorite word and why? •    We are a community with quirks, both in language and in traditions. What is one of your quirks? •    About what topic could you speak for an hour? •    Take us to your happy place. •    You can wake up tomorrow and a skill you already have will become expert-level. What skill is that? •    What is the last gift you gave someone that wasn’t bought with money? •    What website is the internet missing? •    After a challenging experience, how do you recharge? •    Tell us about a place you’d like to share with everyone, but also keep to yourself. •    UVA students paint messages on Beta Bridge when they want to share information with our community. What would you paint on Beta Bridge and why is this your message? •    Tell us about a time when, faced with an opinion or perspective that differed from your own, you responded as an empathetic speaker or generous listener.

Does University of Wisconsin (Madison) have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•    Tell us why you decided to apply to the University of Wisconsin-Madison. In addition, please include why you are interested in studying the major(s) you have selected. If you selected undecided please describe your areas of possible academic interest. (650 words)

Does Vanderbilt University have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

Answer one of the prompts in approximately 250 words: •    Vanderbilt offers a community where students find balance between their academic and social experiences. Please briefly elaborate on how one of your extracurricular activities or work experiences has influenced you. •    Vanderbilt University values learning through contrasting points of view. We understand that our differences, and our respect for alternative views and voices, are our greatest source of strength. Please reflect on conversations you’ve had with people who have expressed viewpoints different from your own. How did these conversations/experiences influence you?

Does Vassar College have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

Please select and respond to one of the following prompts in 300 words or less: •    At Vassar, we aim to foster an inclusive community through our philosophy of engaged pluralism. Engaged pluralism is rooted in “the conviction that collaborating across differences is necessary for social transformation and critical for the well-being of any community and its members.” In short, we believe it’s our differences that make us stronger. Tell us a little bit about what makes you unique and what you hope to add to our community. •    Vassar is a diverse community that inspires positive change through open inquiry, deep dives into society’s most difficult challenges, and collaborative problem solving. We care deeply about one another, the communities that have forged us, and the community we build together on campus. Tell us more about the community (or communities) you come from and how it has shaped who you are.

Does Villanova University have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

Essay #1: 250 words- Respond to one of the following prompts. o    St. Augustine states that well-being is “not concerned with myself alone, but with my neighbor’s good as well.” How have you advocated for equity and justice in your communities? o    What is the truest thing that you know? o    One of the themes in St. Augustine’s book, Confessions, is the idea of redemption. Tell us your story of being given a second chance. o    In the Villanova community, we believe that we all learn from one another. What is a lesson in life that you have learned that you would want to share with others? o    Augustine’s “Miracles are not contrary to nature but only contrary to what we know about nature.” Tell us about a societal issue that you believe the wonder of technology is well-poised to help solve. Essay #2: Why Nova? (2022-23) •    Why do you want to call Villanova your new home and become part of our community? (150 words)

Does Wake Forest University have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

1. List five books you have read that intrigued you. (Spaces have been left for you to include each book’s title and author and mark whether the selection was required or not required.) 2. Explain how a text you’ve read – fiction, nonfiction, poetry, or literature of any kind – has helped you to understand the world’s complexity. (150 words) 3. Tell us more about the topic that most engages your intellectual curiosity. (150 words) 4. Give us your top ten list. (Theme)

Does Wellesley College have Supplemental Essays?   Yes

•    When choosing a college community, you are choosing a place where you believe that you can live, learn, and flourish. Generations of inspiring women have thrived in the Wellesley community, and we want to know what aspects of this community inspire you to consider Wellesley. We know that there are more than 100 reasons to choose Wellesley, but the “Wellesley 100” is a good place to start. Visit The Wellesley 100 and let us know, in two well-developed paragraphs, which two items most attract, inspire, or energize you and why. (Not-so-secret tip: The “why” matters to us.) (400 words)

Does Wesleyan University College have Supplemental Essays?   No

Does Williams College have Supplemental Essays? No

Williams does not require a writing supplement. However, students who are interested in submitting an example of their written work have the option of sharing an academic paper completed within the last year, ideally 3-5 pages in length. The paper does not need to be graded, and can be creative or analytical. Please do not submit lab reports. If submitting this optional paper, please include a description of the assignment or prompt.

Does Yale University have Supplemental Essays? No

Why Yale? •    Students at Yale have time to explore their academic interests before committing to one or more major fields of study. Many students either modify their original academic direction or change their minds entirely. As of this moment, what academic areas seem to fit your interests or goals most comfortably? Please indicate up to three from the list provided. •    Tell us about a topic or idea that excites you and is related to one or more academic areas you selected above. Why are you drawn to it? (200 words or fewer) •    What is it about Yale that has led you to apply? (125 words or fewer) Applicants applying with the QuestBridge Application will complete the questions above via the Yale QuestBridge Questionnaire, available on the Yale Admissions Status Portal after an application has been received. Applicants submitting the Coalition Application or Common Application will also respond to the following short answer questions, in no more than 200 characters (approximately 35 words): •    What inspires you? (200 characters or fewer) •    Yale’s residential colleges regularly host conversations with guests representing a wide range of experiences and accomplishments. What person, past or present, would you invite to speak? What would you ask them to discuss? (200 characters or fewer) •    You are teaching a new Yale course. What is it called? (200 characters or fewer) •    What is something about you that is not included anywhere else in your application? (200 characters or fewer) Essays Applicants submitting the Coalition Application or Common Application will respond to one of the following prompts in 400 words or fewer. •    Yale carries out its mission “through the free exchange of ideas in an ethical, interdependent, and diverse community.” Reflect on a time when you exchanged ideas about an important issue with someone holding an opposing view. How did the experience lead you either to change your opinion or to sharpen your reasons for holding onto it? •    Reflect on a time when you have worked to enhance a community to which you feel connected. Why have these efforts been meaningful to you? You may define community however you like.

QuestBridge supports high-achieving students from low-income backgrounds on their path to a top college. This is your chance to dream big. 

We’re here to connect Scholars and Alumni to the people and opportunities you need to reach your full potential.

Our partnerships bridge the gap between the nation’s brightest minds and the opportunities they deserve.

Learn more about who we are and how we help students dream big on their path to, through, and beyond college.

Pomona College

Finalists who rank Pomona

If you are a Finalist who ranked Pomona, your National College Match application will be sent to Pomona, and you will need to submit the following requirements to the school by November 1. If you have questions after reviewing the information below, please reach out to the school directly .

Requirements

Match requirements, deadline: november 1, pomona college application status portal activation.

QuestBridge will send Finalists’ applications to Pomona College on October 18, and Pomona College may need a couple days to import them into their system. Once processed, Pomona College will then email you instructions to log in and activate your applicant portal, where you can track the status of the materials you submit to Pomona College.

Requirements will be updated in fall 2024. 

Official Transcript(s)

If your high school counselor submitted an official transcript to QuestBridge as part of your application, Pomona will accept that transcript as official. Please check your Pomona application portal; if there is a green check mark next to Official Transcript, we have accepted your transcript. If there is no green check, you will need to submit an official document.

All applicants, including students who Match with Pomona, are required to submit the QuestBridge Midyear Report when your first trimester or semester senior grades are available.

Official high school transcript(s), mailed or emailed directly by your counselor to  [email protected]  with the subject line College Match Finalists, Full Legal Name, Official Transcript.  If mailing,  see mailing address.

(Optional) Test Scores  Self-Reported or Official Reports

SAT code: 4607 ACT code: 0372

Pomona College has adopted a test-optional policy for students applying for first-year and transfer admission through Fall 2024. Under this policy, SAT or ACT scores are not required to apply but students may choose to self-report them on their applications. For more information on Pomona's test-optional policy, visit  Pomona’s Application Overview page and click on Standardized Test Scores.

If you choose to submit test scores, Pomona College accepts either self-reported or official test scores.

For QuestBridge Match Applicants, Pomona automatically accepts the test scores you submitted to QuestBridge as self-reported. Please check your Pomona application portal; if there is a green check mark next to ACT or SAT Score, we have accepted your QuestBridge testing. If there is no green check, you will need to submit scores.

All enrolling students who choose to apply with self-reported test scores will need to submit an official score report, and any discrepancies between self-reported and official test scores may affect a student's offer of admission.

The writing section on both is optional. SAT Subject Tests are no longer required, but may be sent as part of a complete testing profile.

Pomona will consider your highest section scores on both the SAT and ACT by superscoring. Final admissions decisions will be made using only your highest individual test scores.

(Optional) Supplement

Students may also submit theatre, dance, or music supplements for consideration.  As a QuestBridge Finalist, you will need to submit your supplemental materials by November 8 using one of the QuestBridge Specific Supplement pages.  More information can be found on the  Pomona College Supplements Page .

2024-2025  CSS Profile

CSS code: 4607 Available Oct. 1

Please select "Early Decision I" as your admission application type.

The CSS Profile is required for both biological parents. Domestic undergraduate students may submit a CSS Profile for free if:

• Family adjusted gross income is up to $100,000
• You qualified for an SAT fee waiver
• You are an orphan or ward of the court under the age of 24

Read the  FAQs for more details on the CSS Profile Fee Waiver program.

If your biological parents are divorced, separated or living apart:

• Your non-custodial parent must submit the CSS Profile application. The non-custodial parent will log in and create a College Board account for themselves in order to complete the application. Your parent will enter your name and email address to link their application to your account. More detailed instructions about the CSS Profile for divorced or separated families can be found here .
• A petition to waive the non-custodial parent requirement is available if extenuating circumstances prevent the collection of non-custodial parent information.
• Download the CSS Profile Non-Custodial Parent Waiver .

2022 Federal Tax Returns and Forms for Custodial and Non-Custodial Parent (if applicable) 

Submit a signed copy of your parents 2022 federal income tax return including all schedules, attachments, W-2 forms, K-1 statements and other earning statements. If your parents own or operate a business partnership or corporation, include a copy of the 2022 partnership or corporate tax returns. All tax documents are uploaded to the College Boards electronic documentation service: IDOC. IDOC is available 1-2 days after submitting the CSS Profile. Please plan accordingly so that you can access IDOC and upload your documents in advance of the November 1 deadline.

If your parents are divorced, separated or living apart, your noncustodial parent will also upload a copy of their signed 2022 federal income tax return, including all schedules, attachments, W-2 forms, K-1 statements or other earnings statements. Business owners or partners submit a copy of the 2022 partnership or corporate tax form.

If you meet the requirements to waive submission of the CSS Profile you will not have access to IDOC and will submit tax documents directly to Pomona using this  cover sheet .  Please mail tax forms to the admissions office as email is not a secure method for submitting tax documents that often include personally identifiable information.

2024-2025  FAFSA

FAFSA code: 001173

Submit as soon as available

The FAFSA will not be available until at least December 2023. Please complete the FAFSA as soon as it is available and submit it directly to Pomona.

US Citizens and Eligible Noncitizens .

Undocumented students, even if holding a valid DACA status do not complete the FAFSA application.

If your parents are divorced or separated, only your custodial parent will provide income and household information on the FAFSA. Your custodial parent is defined as the parent with whom you lived with most in the past 12 months. If you have lived with each of your divorced/separated parents for equal amounts of time during the past 12 months, your custodial parent is the parent who has provided the most financial support in the past year.

Options following the Match

Early decision.

Finalists who do not match may apply Early Decision to Pomona through Early Decision II.

Interested applicants must submit the  Pomona College-QuestBridge Admissions Program Selection Form  online by January 8 to be considered.

Regular Decision

Follow the instructions below to apply through Regular Decision. Submit all required materials, including the  Pomona College-QuestBridge Admissions Program Selection Form .

Regular Decision Requirements: Admission Materials

Deadline: january 8.

Finalists who ranked Pomona and submitted all materials (but did not match to a binding college)

See more information  here .

Finalists who did not rank Pomona

Common Application  with Pomona Writing Supplement, or the Coalition Application  and all supporting documents

Optional. Students can use either their QuestBridge application, the Coalition Application or the Common Application.  If you submit more than one, Pomona will only review the last application submitted by the deadline.

Optional. Students can use either their QuestBridge application, the Coalition Application or the Common Application.  If you submit more than one, Pomona will only review the last one submitted by the deadline.

Pomona College-QuestBridge Admissions Program Selection Form

Midyear report.

Deadline: February 15

If using your QuestBridge application, complete the QuestBridge Midyear Report by sending your report to [email protected] . If submitting the Common Application or the Coalition Application, use their Midyear Report.

Update including recent grades from 1st semester senior year when available.

(Optional) Test Scores Self-Reported or Official Reports

Pomona College has adopted a test-optional policy for students applying for first-year and transfer admission for Fall 2024 entry. Under this policy, SAT or ACT scores are not required to apply but students may choose to self-report them on their applications. For more information on our test-optional policy, visit Pomona’s Application Overview page and click on Standardized Test Scores.

If you choose to submit test scores, Pomona College accepts either self-reported or official test scores 

(Optional) Supplemental Essays

You will have the option to submit our Pomona specific essays.

Regular Decision Requirements: Financial Aid Materials

Deadline: january 15.

CSS code: 4607 Available Oct. 1

The CSS Profile is required for both biological parents. If your family adjusted gross income is up to $100,000, you qualified for an SAT fee waiver or you are an orphan or ward of the state under the age of 24, the CSS Profile may be submitted for free.

2022 Federal Tax Returns and Forms

Contact information .

Pomona Contacts (regarding QuestBridge applications and general questions): Email:  [email protected]  

For more information about applying to Pomona as a QuestBridge Finalist, please visit this link . Office of Undergraduate Admissions Office of Financial Aid

Contact Information (for sending admission and financial aid materials):

Mail official transcripts to: Pomona College  Office of Admissions 333 N. College Way Claremont, CA 91711

For those applicants not submitting financial aid documents to IDOC mail federal income tax returns to: Pomona College  Office of Financial Aid 333 N College Way Claremont, CA 91711-6327

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