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Claremont McKenna College Men's Water Polo

Claremont McKenna College (CMC) · Claremont, California · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate10%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate91%finish within six years
Undergraduates1,393Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty8 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Claremont McKenna College Men's Water Polo coaches

Coaches at Claremont McKenna College who recruit Men's Water Polo, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Claremont McKenna College competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
cmsathletics.org
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1470–1560
ACTMiddle 50%: 33–35

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Popular majors

AccountingBiochemistryBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralChinese Language and LiteratureCognitive Science, GeneralComputer ScienceEconometrics and Quantitative Economics
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
8 : 1
Graduation rate
91% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$67,630
Campus

Where it is

Claremont McKenna College in Claremont.

Location
Claremont, California
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Pacific
Website
cmc.edu
Overview

About Claremont McKenna College Men's Water Polo

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Greg Lonzo, the Head Coach, leads the Claremont McKenna College Men's Water Polo staff of 4 coaches, verified June 2026. Claremont McKenna College (CMC) competes in NCAA Division III Men's Water Polo as a member of the Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. Claremont McKenna College is a small private school in Claremont, California with 1,393 undergraduates, a 10% acceptance rate.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Claremont McKenna College Men's Water Polo

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Greg Lonzo, the Head Coach and Dave Merryman, the Assistant Coach. Claremont McKenna College has 4 coaches for Men's Water Polo, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, club team and stats like goals and steals in the subject line and first sentences. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
  3. Send your videoInclude full-game footage and a highlight video, with the link near the top so Greg can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Claremont McKenna College typically score 1470–1560 on the SAT and 33–35 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Claremont McKenna College staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

Claremont McKenna College Men's Water Polo FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Claremont McKenna College D3?

Yes. Claremont McKenna College competes in NCAA Division III Men's Water Polo, in the Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.

Is Claremont McKenna College public or private?

Claremont McKenna College is a private nonprofit school in Claremont, California.

What conference is Claremont McKenna College Men's Water Polo in?

The Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.

Does Claremont McKenna College offer athletic scholarships for Men's Water Polo?

No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.

How many coaches does Claremont McKenna College Men's Water Polo have?

4 coaches, led by Greg Lonzo, the Head Coach.

How much does Claremont McKenna College cost?

In-state tuition is $67,630 and out-of-state tuition is $67,630 a year.

What is the Claremont McKenna College acceptance rate?

10% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Claremont McKenna College?

Admitted students typically score 1470–1560 on the SAT and 33–35 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Claremont McKenna College Men's Water Polo coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified June 2026