2025 Fall Preview Program
The 2025 CMC Fall Preview Fly in Program Application is now open.
CMC's Fall Preview Fly-In Program is designed to expand opportunities for emerging scholar-leaders who will benefit from full exposure to Claremont McKenna College’s mission, Open Academy commitments, and the implementation of the CMC Opportunity Strategy. The Preview Program supports the Admission Office’s efforts to recruit and admit high-achieving high school seniors who have demonstrated resilience in pursuing educational and leadership opportunities.
Admission to the program is selective. Priority is given to students who are first-generation college-going, or from rural or low-income backgrounds. In addition, students who face financial, geographical, or other social barriers to visiting campus will benefit most from the opportunity for academic and social immersion with our community.
As part of the application, students will be asked to reflect on how and why participation in the program will support their college search and help them make an informed choice about applying for admission to CMC. By leveraging the strengths of our tight-knit community, the Preview Program provides participants with an opportunity to connect with current students, learn about cultural and affinity organizations, engage in conversations with professors and staff, and actively participate in discussions where our students can highlight the social, academic, and extracurricular resources and opportunities available at CMC. The program is free and will cover all airfare, lodging, and meals during the students’ stay on CMC’s campus.
Eligibility:
All interested high school students in the class of 2026 who are US citizens, permanent residents or undocumented students, who live in the United States are welcome to apply to the Fall Preview Program. Admission to the program is selective with priority being given to students who are first-generation college-going, or from rural or low-income backgrounds. In addition, students who face financial, geographical, or other social barriers to visiting campus will benefit most from the opportunity for academic and social immersion with our community.
- High School Senior graduating in the Class of 2026
- US Citizens, Permanent Residents, or Undocumented Students
- Must Reside in the United States or Puerto Rico
Admitted applicants will get an inside look into the life of a "CMCer" and can expect the following learning outcomes:
- Discover CMC: The opportunity to explore the academic and co-curricular opportunities offered at CMC through in person interactions with students, alumni, faculty and staff.
- College preparation: Providing information, tools, and assistance navigating the college application process.
What does the program involve?
- In-Person Program: Participants will travel to campus Sunday, October 5th and depart on Tuesday, October 7th. All associated costs (including, transportation, housing and meals during the program) will be covered by CMC.
- Mandatory Virtual Kick-Off Event: We'll share everything you need to know for the program on Thursday, September 4th.
- Application Fee Waiver: Participants will receive a fee waiver for their first-year application.
If you have any questions please reach out to the Preview Program team at preview@cmc.edu or 909.621.8088.