- Claremont McKenna College (CMC) is a private liberal arts college located in Claremont, California, USA.
- It was founded in 1946 as Claremont Men’s College, and became coeducational in 1976.
- CMC is part of the Claremont Colleges, a consortium of seven colleges and graduate schools in Claremont, California.
- The college has a strong focus on economics, government, and international relations, and is known for its conservative-leaning student body and faculty.
- CMC offers bachelor’s degrees in 33 majors, with popular fields of study including economics, government, psychology, and computer science.
- The college has a student-to-faculty ratio of 8:1, and 70% of classes have fewer than 20 students.
- CMC has a highly selective admissions process, with an acceptance rate of around 10%.
- The college has a strong record of producing successful alumni, with notable graduates including former Secretary of State Warren Christopher, businessman Steve Forbes, and venture capitalist Peter Thiel.
- The CMC campus features a number of notable buildings and facilities, including the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, the Marian Miner Cook Athenaeum, and the Roberts Pavilion athletic center.
- CMC has a vibrant student life, with over 100 student-run clubs and organizations, as well as a variety of intramural sports teams and other recreational activities.
