Pomona College in Claremont, California, maintains a clear admissions policy regarding undocumented and DACAmented applicants. The institution aims to bring together talented, intellectually curious learners and active contributors, regardless of their citizenship status or immigration background. Ever since 2007, the admissions and financial aid departments have evaluated applications from undocumented and DACAmented individuals who finish high school in the United States using the exact same evaluation standards applied to domestic applicants. Furthermore, financial need does not influence or alter admission outcomes for students graduating from American high schools, which includes both U.S. citizens and undocumented or DACAmented scholars. The college guarantees that one hundred percent of demonstrated financial need is covered for every admitted student.

When applying, undocumented and DACAmented individuals must follow identical application steps required of all other first-year or transfer candidates. Families and applicants can reach out to Associate Dean of Admissions and Transfer Coordinator Paola Franco ’17 by email for additional details on the admissions procedures. Applying with competitive applications requires careful planning, and prospective learners often explore Ivy League strategies to strengthen their credentials, even when applying to premier liberal arts colleges like Pomona.

Regarding financial support, Pomona evaluates all domestic applications under a need-blind review policy. Financial requirements do not impact admission decisions for citizens or graduates of U.S. high schools who hold undocumented or DACAmented status. Pomona stands as one of only a small number of colleges nationwide that meets full demonstrated financial need entirely without loans for all accepted students. Questions about financial aid can be directed straight to the Office of Financial Aid.

The college dedicates significant resources to back undocumented and DACAmented students through the application journey and following their enrollment. Notable support systems on campus include:

The IDEAS organization, which stands for Improving Dreams Equality Access and Success, operates as a robust student-led group and mentorship network spanning across The Claremont Colleges. This organization provides exceptional community backing during a student’s transition to campus life.

Confidential emergency grant funding is accessible via the Dean of Students office. These grants cover expenses associated with filing for DACA status, whether students seek initial approval or require a renewal.

Students, alumni, and their immediate family members gain access to the Sagehen Pro Bono immigration legal resources network, which consists largely of college alumni.

A dedicated community of faculty and staff advisors actively works to assist and uplift undocumented and DACAmented scholars throughout their time at Pomona.

Additional information includes an official institutional statement supporting the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program alongside undocumented immigrant students. Prospective applicants can read the full policy/details directly on the official portal.

Campus visits allow interested individuals to tour the grounds, meet admissions staff, and talk with current students. Sumner Hall handles inquiries through admissions@pomona.edu or by phone at (909) 621-8134, operating Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Physical mail can be sent to Pomona College, 333 N. College Way, Claremont, CA 91711.

News is prepared from public university announcements for general guidance. Policies change frequently; confirm current details with each university admissions office.