The Pomona College Access Team works towards fulfilling the mission of recruiting and admitting diverse groups of students to the College. Through Fall Perspectives on Pomona (POP), we offer prospective students insights into life at Pomona College, opportunities to learn and connect with our inspiring professors, and invitations to open discussions with current students. Fall POP allows for the exploration of all the layers of Pomona's community and resources.
While Fall POP is open to all eligible high school seniors (U.S. citizens, undocumented/DACA students, and Permanent Residents), its programming is focused on furthering the academic journey of students who come from underrepresented groups, are first-generation or low-income, and whose identities are in other marginalized communities.
Fall POP 2024
Join us for one of two POP programs this Fall: On-Campus or Virtual. The On-Campus program will take place Sunday, October 6 through Tuesday, October 8 in Claremont, California. The Virtual program will consist of two half-day remote sessions on the evening of Thursday, October 24 and the morning of Saturday, October 26.
You may select for your application to be considered for both programs or the Virtual program only. Applications are due Monday, August 12, 2024 for those who wish to be considered for both programs and Friday, September 30, 2024 for those who wish to be considered for the Virtual program only.
Contact us with any questions or concerns at access@pomona.edu.
On-Campus Program
On-Campus Program
The On-Campus program will occur from Sunday, October 6 to Tuesday, October 8 in Claremont, California.
Applicants interested in the On-Campus program must submit an application to be considered for both the On-Campus and Virtual programs by Monday, August 12. Once applications are submitted and reviewed, we will notify applicants if they are invited to attend the On-Campus or Virtual program dates.
Participants selected to attend the On-Campus program are provided funding that covers transportation, lodging, and meals for the duration of the program.
Virtual Program
Virtual Program
The Virtual program will consist of two half-day remote sessions. The first on the evening of Thursday, October 24, and the second on the morning of Saturday, October 26.
To be considered for the Virtual program exclusively, you must submit your application to the Virtual program by Friday, September 30. Once applications are submitted and reviewed, we will notify applicants if they are invited to attend the Virtual program.
How to Apply for Fall POP 2024
Applying is simple! We do not ask for letters of recommendation, test scores, honors/awards, or extracurricular activities. We are eager to learn about your educational journey in this process, and as such, encourage you to apply to the best of your ability.
On-Campus Program
To complete your application the On-Campus program, you will need to submit the following by August 12, 2024:
- Completed application, including all *Required questions.
- An unofficial high school transcript that includes final grades from 9-11th grade.
- Short essay response between 150-250 words:
Considering your background and self-identity, engaging across varied perspectives can be a continuous learning process and a rewarding experience. Tell us about your perspective and how you have or will commit to engaging with people from different perspectives?
Virtual Program
To complete your application for the Virtual program, you will need to submit the following by September 30, 2024:
- Completed application, including all *Required questions.
- An unofficial high school transcript that includes final grades from 9-11th grade.
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