Students studying outside the United States may apply to Pomona using the same forms as domestic first-year students. The application deadlines for international students are also the same as those for other first-year students if filed electronically. If filing by mail, however, international students should submit all application materials two weeks prior to the appropriate deadline to ensure timely receipt by the Office of Admissions.

The College welcomes cultural and linguistic diversity, but has no English as a Second Language or other remedial programs for foreign students. An information guide and preliminary application are sent to international students who are currently attending an American high school or college.

Candidates for whom English is a second language must submit evidence of fluency in English in addition to completing all regular admissions requirements. Where a candidate’s fluency in English may be questioned, she or he is advised to submit scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) in addition to SAT-I and SAT-II results (where available).

Financial aid is provided to only a few new international students for are foreign citizens each year. International students who need financial aid may not apply under the Early Decision plans.

The Guide for International Applicants is available below in PDF format for downloading and printing. We also encourage you to check out the following links before applying to Pomona College:

• Guide for International Applicants
• Application Forms
• Quick Facts for International Applicants
• Applying for Financial Aid
• Campus Visits