Claremont McKenna College application deadlines, 2026-27
Claremont McKenna College offers 3 application rounds for students entering in fall 2027: Early Decision (due November 8), Early Decision II (due January 17), Regular Decision (due January 17). Early Decision is binding: if admitted, you commit to enroll.
Every 2026-27 date
Every date from the school's own page. Your applicant portal is the final word.
| Round | Apply by | Decisions |
|---|---|---|
| Early Decision (binding) | November 8, 2026 | Not published |
| Early Decision II (binding) | January 17, 2027 | Not published |
| Regular Decision | January 17, 2027 | Not published |
- Application fee: $70, waivers accepted
Source: Claremont McKenna College admissions, read October 24, 2026. Schools occasionally move dates; check your portal before you submit.
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Questions
The earliest 2026-27 deadline is Early Decision on November 8, 2026. Regular Decision applications are due January 17, 2027. Dates were read from Claremont McKenna College's own admissions page on October 24, 2026; confirm in your applicant portal.
Yes. Early Decision is a binding commitment: if Claremont McKenna College admits you, you withdraw your other applications and enroll. Apply ED only to a school you would choose over every other, and only if the financial aid offer is likely to work for your family.
$70, and fee waivers are accepted.