

Claremont McKenna College Men's Water Polo
Claremont McKenna College (CMC) · Claremont, California · Private nonprofit university
Claremont McKenna College Men's Water Polo coaches
Coaches at Claremont McKenna College who recruit Men's Water Polo, head coach first.
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
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 8 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 91% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
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
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 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Claremont McKenna College (CMC) competes in NCAA Division III Men's Water Polo as a member of the Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Claremont McKenna College is a small private school in Claremont, California with 1,393 undergraduates, a 10% acceptance rate.
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.
- Find the right coachEmail Greg Lonzo, the Head Coach and Dave Merryman, the Assistant Coach. Claremont McKenna College has 3 coaches for Men's Water Polo, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- 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.
- Send your videoInclude full-game footage and a highlight video, with the link near the top so Greg can watch without scrolling.
- 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.
- 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.
Email Coach Greg Lonzo at Claremont McKenna College from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach GregHow water polo recruiting works on AthleticScholar →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?
3 coaches, led by Greg Lonzo, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Claremont McKenna College Men's Water Polo?
Greg Lonzo is the Head Coach.
When can Claremont McKenna College Men's Water Polo coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.
Can you walk on to Claremont McKenna College Men's Water Polo?
It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.
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.





