Pomona College

Pomona College's campus is in Claremont, California, a charming and picturesque college town about 35 miles (56 kilometers) east of Los Angeles. The campus is known for its beautiful Southern-Californian architecture and lush landscaping, which make it a serene and inviting place for students, faculty, and visitors. Across 140 acres you will find a mix of historic and modern buildings. Many of them show Spanish colonial and Mediterranean-inspired architecture, with red-tile roofs and white stucco exteriors. 

Bridges Auditorium, a historic performance venue, hosts concerts, guest lectures, and other events. Smith Campus Center is the hub of student life, housing the student mailroom, a café, meeting rooms, and offices for various student services. Honnold/Mudd Library serves as the main library for the Claremont Colleges. Its vast collection of books, journals, and electronic resources supports your research and learning. The Seaver Biology Building and Millikan Laboratory are state-of-the-art facilities for science education and research. They feature modern classrooms, labs, and instrumentation.

Marston Quad, a central, tree-lined green space, is the heart of the campus, where you can study, relax, or spend time outdoors.

Pomona College has a residential focus, and the majority of students live on campus. Housing options include residence halls, suites, and apartments. Many of the residential buildings are designed to foster a sense of community and provide comfortable living spaces. They include common rooms, kitchens, and outdoor areas where you can socialize and study. The campus also offers athletic and recreational facilities, such as the Rains Center. It houses a fitness center, basketball courts, racquetball courts, a swimming pool, and spaces for other sports and activities.

Nearby, Claremont Wilderness Park and the San Gabriel Mountains offer opportunities for hiking, biking, and exploring the outdoors.

The college is within walking distance of the Claremont Village, a charming downtown area with shops, restaurants, cafes, and galleries. The nearby Metrolink station connects Claremont to Los Angeles and other parts of Southern California. That gives you easy access to the region's cultural attractions and professional opportunities. Pomona College's campus is known for its beauty, well-maintained facilities, and vibrant residential atmosphere. It offers an inspiring and supportive setting for living, learning, and personal growth.

Campus life at Pomona College is vibrant, diverse, and engaging, with many ways to explore your interests, build connections, and grow personally and academically. The small college setting, combined with the resources and opportunities of the Claremont Colleges consortium, creates a unique and supportive atmosphere. In academic life, the college is known for its rigorous liberal arts curriculum, small class sizes, and close relationships between students and faculty.

You have the opportunity to engage in research, collaborate on projects, and take part in experiential learning, such as internships and study abroad programs.

The college has a residential focus, and most students live on campus in housing options that include residence halls, suites, and apartments. Residential communities foster a sense of belonging, and each residence has its own culture and traditions. Many residences also host events and activities that promote social interaction and community-building. Pomona College has over 200 student-run clubs and organizations, serving a wide range of interests. They run from cultural and identity-based groups to academic societies, community service organizations, and performing arts ensembles.

As part of the Claremont Colleges consortium, you can also join clubs and attend events at the other member colleges.

In partnership with Pitzer College, Pomona College offers 21 varsity teams known as the Pomona-Pitzer Sagehens, competing in NCAA Division III. You can also take part in various club sports and intramural activities, which promote physical fitness, teamwork, and friendly competition. Throughout the year, student groups, residential communities, and the college organize numerous social events. These include dances, concerts, guest speakers, and cultural celebrations. One of the most anticipated is the annual Ski-Beach Day.

Students spend the morning skiing or snowboarding in the mountains and the afternoon at the beach.

Pomona College is committed to creating an inclusive environment and promoting diversity within its community. The college has several community centers and offices that support students of various backgrounds and identities. They include the Asian American Resource Center, the Office of Black Student Affairs, the Chicano Latino Student Affairs Center, and the Queer Resource Center. The college offers various resources to support student success, including academic advising, tutoring, mental health counseling, and career services.

It also assists students with disabilities through the Accessibility and Disability Resources Office. Campus life at Pomona College is diverse and engaging, a place to pursue your passions, develop personally and academically, and build meaningful connections with peers. The college strives to create a supportive and inclusive community that fosters growth and development for all its students.

Pomona College has produced many notable alumni in various fields. Some of its most well-known and accomplished graduates include:

• Anthony Zerbe
• Bill Keller
• David S. Ward
• Frank Wells
• Frank Zappa
• Joel McCrea
• John Cage
• Kris Kristofferson
• Mary GrandPré
• Mary Schmich
• Relman Morin
• Richard Chamberlain
• Robert Blalack
• Robert Shaw
• Robert Taylor
• Robert Towne
• Roy E. Disney