At a glance
Average net price
$35,924
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
91.9%
Admission rate
13%
Undergrad size
921
In-state tuition
$68,613
Out-of-state tuition
$68,613
Cost of attendance
$90,165
Median earnings (10y)
$138,687
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,545
- ACT midpoint
- 35
- Retention
- 96.4%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
6 program areas reported · Heavily focused on stem (73% of credentials).
- STEM73%
- Humanities & arts27%
- Engineering29.7%~273 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Interdisciplinary27.3%~251 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science17.7%~163 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Physical sciences14.3%~132 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~71 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics3.4%~31 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
10 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 104 | $123,339 | $22,949 |
| Engineering, General. | Bachelor's | 104 | $81,948 | $22,240 |
| Mathematics and Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 99 | $118,973 | $23,000 |
| Physics. | Bachelor's | 38 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 34 | — | — |
| Biomathematics, Bioinformatics, and Computational Biology. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Harvey Mudd College
Harvey Mudd College is a small institution located in Claremont, California, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 921 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Engineering, Interdisciplinary, Computer science.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Harvey Mudd College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $35,924 per year, which is premium-priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $68,613 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $90,165 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 91.9%, a strong completion outcome. 96.4% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $138,687 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Harvey Mudd College confers degrees and certificates across 6 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Engineering, Interdisciplinary, Computer science. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (73% of credentials), humanities & arts (27% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Harvey Mudd College accepts 13% of applicants, making it highly selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,545. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 35.
Location & campus
Set in Claremont, California (suburb), Harvey Mudd College draws students from across California and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Harvey Mudd College
Q.How much does Harvey Mudd College cost?
The average net price at Harvey Mudd College is $35,924 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $90,165.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Harvey Mudd College?
Harvey Mudd College has a 6-year graduation rate of 91.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Harvey Mudd College?
Harvey Mudd College admits 13% of applicants, which is considered highly selective.
Q.How much do Harvey Mudd College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Harvey Mudd College graduate earns $138,687 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Harvey Mudd College?
Published tuition is $68,613 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Harvey Mudd College located?
Harvey Mudd College is located in Claremont, California (ZIP 91711).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Harvey Mudd College at their official website.