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Claremont Graduate University Courses 2026: Popular UG, PG, & Certificate Courses

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#415 in USA

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Claremont Graduate University Courses & Fees 2026

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MBA/PGDM(6 courses)
INR 33 L - 66 LGet Fee Details
Duration9-21 months
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 7 & Above, TOEFL: 95 & Above, PTE: 66 & Above, Duolingo: 125 & Above, GRE, GMAT
MS(8 courses)
INR 29 L - 66 LGet Fee Details
Duration9 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 7 & Above, TOEFL: 95 & Above, PTE: 66 & Above, Duolingo: 125 & Above, GRE, GMAT
M.A.(1 course)
Duration2 years
Exam AcceptedGRE, IELTS: 7 & Above, TOEFL: 95 & Above, PTE: 66 & Above, Duolingo: 125 & Above
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Q:   Is it hard to get into Claremont Graduate University?
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Claremont Graduate University is a competitive university to get into, as its acceptance rate stands at 35%. With the help of this figure, it can be concluded that almost 35 out of every 100 applicants manage to get enrolled in the institution, which is less than half of all the applicants. However, applicants must not get discouraged and fulfill the Claremont Graduate University admission requirements, i.e., competitive grades, standardized test scores, English language requirements, as well as relevant documents. Additionally, students must apply to the university within the deadlines to get enrolled as student.

Q:   Can I work while studying at Claremont Graduate University?
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Yes, Claremont Graduate University permits international students to work while studying. Overseas students must be mindful of the fact that they can work no more than 20 hours per week while classes are in session and it is essential that this employment does not interfere with a their academic program. During vacations, they can work for unlimited hours.

Know more about part-time jobs in USA for international students.

Q:   When can I apply for admissions at Claremont Graduate University?
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Claremont Graduate University accepts international applications during three intake seasons: Spring/Summer/Fall. Below are the important dates and deadlines:

Spring Intake

  • Priority: Nov 1, 2025
  • Final: Nov 15, 2025

Summer Intake

  • Priority: Feb 1, 2026
  • Final: Mar 15, 2026

Fall Intake

  • Priority: Feb 1, 2026
  • Final: Jul 5, 2025

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Claremont Graduate University Fee Breakdown 2025

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Q:   Is it expensive to study at Claremont Graduate University?
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On an average, the annual tuition fee required to pursue a degree course at Claremont Graduate University is around INR 30 L - 40 L, which can be considered expensive as a study abroad option. Students can refer to the table listed below for course specific fees requirements:

Courses1st Year Tuition Fees
MS (10 courses)
INR 28 L - 64 L
MBA/PGDM (8 courses)
INR 31 L - 64 L
MA (1 course)
INR 42 L
MPH (1 course)
INR 38 L
INR 41 L
Q:   How much does MBA cost at Claremont Graduate University?
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For international students, the Claremont Graduate University MBA is INR 31 L - 64 L per academic year. Note that the duration of this MBA course is around 21 months. Although it is expensive to study this course, the return on investment is quite impressive as the average salary for graduates is USD 81,450 (INR 69.2 L) per year. Also, this salary is expected to grow every year, based on the candidate's skill set and performance.

Conversion Rate: 1 USD = INR 85.03

Q:   What is the national ranking of Claremont Graduate University?
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In Shiksha Popularity Rankings, Claremont Graduate University has secured the rank #417 in the USA, which makes it one of the top national universities. Here's a table showing the university-level and course-level rankings of Claremont Graduate University:

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Shiksha Rankings 2025

University Rank in the USA

#417

MBA

#118

MA

#150

MA in Business & Management

#394

Shiksha Popularity Ranking is a ranking system that simplifies the journey of choosing the best university for studying abroad. It aggregates the ranks of some of the top-ranking bodies with a clear number nationally, both at the university and course levels.

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Answered 7 months ago

Master of Business Administration is one of the best courses offered at Claremont Graduate University. With the help of this course, students get to develop communication skills, analytical and strategic thinking abilities, and leadership skills by getting to work in teams. Mentioned below are the d

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Graduates of Claremont Graduate University earn impressive return on investments through top-notch placements. Listed below are the details of the return on investment for MBA graduates:

CourseAnnual Tuition CostAverage Salary
 Claremont Graduate University MBAINR 31 L - 64 LUSD 81,450 (INR 69.2 L)
 

Some of the top industries are Education, Business Development, Community & Social Services, Research, Operations

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Answered 7 months ago

Out of the 3 universities La Sierra is less selective and easy to get into. A comparison of these universities is given below:

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Claremont Graduate University

Acceptance Rate

Around 93%.

Around 81%

Around 35%.

1st year tuition fees

Around INR 16 L – INR 43 L

Around INR 29 L - 49 L

Around INR 28 L – INR 64 L

Courses offered

120+

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Nishtha Shukla

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Answered 7 months ago

Securing an admission to Claremont Graduate University for Master of Business Administration is a competitive affair, but not impossible. International students must fulfill the admission requirements listed below order to boost their chances of pursuing the Claremont Graduate University MBA course:

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Mukul Vimal

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Answered 7 months ago

Yes, Claremont Graduate University has a Career and Professional Development department that focuses on supporting students throughout their careers by providing advice and opportunities to them. Some of the services offered at the are as follows:

  • Explore career options;
  • Vacancies for part-time jobs a

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Address

150 E. 10th Street
Claremont, CA 91711

Claremont ( California)

Phone
909-621-8000

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909-607-7811

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