Harvey Mudd College
The Harvey Mudd College Mission: To educate engineers, scientists, and mathematicians well versed in all of these areas and in the humanities and the social sciences and the arts so that they may assume leadership in their fields with a clear understanding of the impact of their work on society. HMC offers extraordinary opportunities for high-level research exclusively for undergraduate students in a collaborative and rigorous environment. As one of the Claremont Colleges, our students also draw on the resources of Pomona, Scripps, Claremont McKenna and Pitzer Colleges. HMC graduates are among the most sought after by both graduate schools and employers.
Accepts first-year applicationsWestPrivateSuburbanSmall (2,000 and under)Co-Ed
Academic programs
- Engineering
- Research
- Science
- Technology
- Liberal Arts
- Computer Science
Student experience
- Athletics
- Disability Services
- Intramural/Club Sports
- LGBTQIA Services
- On-Campus Housing
- Study Abroad
- Undergraduate Research
Application information
First-year
Please be aware of a few things that may be different about our application requirements:
- For students applying for Fall 2026, we will be ACT/SAT optional.
- One teacher recommendation from a STEM teacher. This includes but is not limited to math, biology, chemistry, computer science, engineering, and physics.
- One teacher recommendation from a humanities, social sciences or art teacher. This includes but is not limited to English, social studies, world languages, and visual and performing arts.
Transfer
Transfer admission is deeply influenced by the kinds of courses you will have completed by the time you enter Harvey Mudd College. We are looking for applicants to have completed college courses that mirror our Core Curriculum. Please see HMC Catalog for more information.
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Additional information
We know the college search process can be stressful and overwhelming, so let us help. Do not hesitate to contact our office with your questions and concerns.
Visit us
Visit us in person or virtually! Come to our beautiful Southern California campus or connect with us online. You'll not only learn why Harvey Mudd College is a premier engineering, science, and mathematics college rooted in the liberal arts tradition, you'll also meet our incredible students, faculty, and staff. Please see our Connect website for our current schedule of tours, online information sessions, interviews, and more.
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