Pomona College (reviews)

Researching Pomona could certainly give you multiple numbers and qualifications, which make it a historic, selective, highly ranked, and diverse college. What is more important, besides its (well-deserved) rigour, is the community and campus culture. Most classes are small, so you get to know your professors well and forge connections with faculty across departments; students have time to engage in activities outside of the classroom in clubs and student-employment opportunities, and certainly, the California climate contributes to an overall positive atmosphere. It is a residential college, where most students live on campus. There are required areas all students need to fulfill, but not like a traditional core-curriculum–there is flexibility in checking off the requirements and taking classes you genuinely want to take.

Pomona College has been an incredible experience. The student body is amazing – diverse, talented, and intellectually stimulating. They constantly challenge and inspire me. The campus itself is beautiful and thoughtfully designed, creating a perfect environment for learning. But what truly sets Pomona apart are the professors. They’re supportive and passionate about their subjects, making even the most challenging coursework engaging. I feel incredibly fortunate to be here!

I would recommend it to many students, yet it is not for everyone. Some departments are amazing (math, I have heard good stuff about geology) but some are very mid. Yet, they have an amazing campus, many activities and many opportunities when it comes to jobs, internships etc. It is a small college and you never forget that but if you want to be in a small community, in a beautiful location, you are willing to put the work (classes harder than the average university) then Pomona is the place. Also, if you do care about the name and the prestige, Pomona should not be on your top choices