Greetings From the Campus of Claremont McKenna College!
The mission of CMC is to “prep leaders in society, business, government, and all professions.” It is best known for Economics (many business courses), Government, and International Relations majors. They also have a joint science program with Scripps and Pitzer.
The key trait of a CMC student is Leadership. The students “know what they want, know where they’re going and how to get there. They lead while learning and learn about leading.” CMC students are: self-confident, outgoing, energetic, ambitious, optimistic, have a ‘can-do’ spirit and are highly involved. Many students are into intramural athletics. It is a work-hard/play hard school with a stress on teamwork. 70% of students go to grad school within 5 yrs (Law, MBA).
It’s a great school for an involved, social, and highly confident student. This campus seemed to be more “bustling” than the other Claremont Colleges. The tour guide described a very social dorm lifestyle. The acceptance rate is 19% and timid students probably won’t get past admissions. The class mix is currently 56% male, so women have an admissions advantage.
There are unique aspects of the school worth noting. First, is their Anthenaeum Speaker Series where they bring in prominent guests 4 nights/week. The night before I was there, they hosted the former President of Syria. Students even have a chance to dine at the same table with the speaker. Secondly, there is full bi-weekly housekeeping for dorm rooms. How great is that? Finally, there is “afternoon tea” with daily refreshments in the lounge with a classical pianist. The day I visited they had chocolate covered strawberries and rice krispies treats. They obviously take great care of their students.
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