We look forward to reading your application! To get started, you鈥檒l need to make two basic decisions: (1) which application to use and (2) which application plan to choose.
澳门六合彩开奖结果2023 accepts , the and the 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.
澳门六合彩开奖结果2023 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 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023 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 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023 through Early Decision, you unconditionally agree to attend 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023 if you're accepted, and agree to withdraw all other applications.
Regular Decision
Most students apply and are admitted to 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023 through the Regular Decision option. This means you may apply to as many or as few colleges as you choose, and you鈥檒l receive admissions decisions around the same time鈥攂y April 1. You can then compare the offers of admission and financial aid and make your final decision of where to enroll.
Application Plan | Application Deadline | Notification Date | Reply Date |
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Early Decision I | Nov. 8 | By Dec. 15 | Jan. 1 |
Early Decision II | Jan. 8 | By Feb. 15 | March 1 |
Regular Decision | Jan. 8 | By April 1 | May 1 |
Application Components
Applicants Eligible for a Decision
All individuals who complete the College鈥檚 application requirements for admission will be notified of a decision by the Office of 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023. Decision notifications are limited to: admission, non-admission (or 鈥渄eny鈥), placement on a waiting list, or the withdrawal of an application by the applicant or the institution. 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023 considers all applicants who submit 1) an application (via the Common Application, Apply Coalition on Scoir, 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 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023 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 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023 Committee. However, if conditionally admitted, final official transcripts are required to enroll at 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023.
Application Fee or Fee Waiver
There is a one-time, non-refundable application fee of $80. 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 form.
Upon completion of this form, the $70 application fee will be waived without requiring additional documentation. Questions? Please email our office at admissions@pomona.edu.
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 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023 Office of 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023 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 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023 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 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023 may request a copy of the student鈥檚 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: 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023 will accept for admissions purposes transcripts from California students who elect or authorize changes to their transcripts as allowed by , 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鈥 academic aptitude and readiness for 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023 through an assessment of recommendations, rigor of the curriculum, course choices, and grades. We will assess what is provided on all applicants鈥 transcripts using the same review process and standards. Prior to exercising this option afforded by , 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 , the IELTS) or the . 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).
澳门六合彩开奖结果2023-Specific Essay Questions
The 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023-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 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023, 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 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023?
- What strength or quality do you have that most people might not see or recognize?
Optional Application Components
Standardized Test Scores
澳门六合彩开奖结果2023 is test optional. SAT or ACT scores are not required to apply but students may choose to self-report them on their application. 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023 will accept scores from the SAT or any version of the ACT.
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 鈥渘o,鈥 that is all they need to do. If a student answers 鈥測es,鈥 they will submit their application and will be asked to self-report their scores later on their 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023 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 鈥測es鈥 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 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023 and who self-reported scores for their application. Discrepancies between self-reported and official scores may jeopardize a student鈥檚 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鈥攐r not鈥攖heir standardized test results accurately reflect their academic ability and potential. Test scores are one factor among many鈥 grades, curriculum rigor, recommendations and essay鈥搕hat are considered in the application review process to assess academic preparation for 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023.
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鈥攁nd far from the most important one鈥攖hat we have used to assess applicants鈥 academic preparation. Do high test scores guarantee admission? No. Are those admitted to 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023 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 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023 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 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023, 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 admissions@pomona.edu with any questions about admissions or financial aid.
Interviews
Seniors who are thinking of applying may request an interview鈥攙irtual or in-person鈥攚ith a graduate of 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023. 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. . 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 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023. You will be able to do so through your applicant portal. More detailed information can be found on the Supplements page.
Policy on Applicants鈥 Disciplinary and Criminal History Questions
澳门六合彩开奖结果2023 believes in treating applicants who have a disciplinary or criminal history with fairness and dignity. Thus, the College has adopted the following policies:
The 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023 Process for Applicants
The application to 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023 will no longer contain questions about disciplinary or criminal history. The 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023 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 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023 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鈥檚 offer of admission. This Committee is responsible for making the final determination about admission. Candidates will be notified of the Committee鈥檚 decision before being permitted to complete the enrollment process.
Questions
If you have any questions regarding these policies please contact Adam Sapp, Assistant Vice President for 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023, (909) 621-8134.
Readmission to the College
Students who withdraw from 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023 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 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023 official who approved the withdrawal. Students who withdrew more than five years ago are considered candidates for readmission and must consult the Office of 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023 via email. Neither reactivation nor readmission to 澳门六合彩开奖结果2023 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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