Pitzer College

Nestled in the vibrant community of Claremont, California, Pitzer College stands as a beacon of progressive education and environmental sustainability. This liberal arts institution is renowned for its commitment to social responsibility and interdisciplinary learning.

1,204

Students

17%

Acceptance Rate

Undergrads

1,204

Classification

4 Year

Type

Private, Non-Profit

Religious Affiliation

None

Website

pitzer.edu

Founded in 1963, Pitzer College is one of the five prestigious Claremont Colleges, offering students a unique blend of intimate academic settings and the vast resources of a larger university consortium. The college's curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and community engagement, encouraging students to become active participants in the world. With an emphasis on experiential learning, Pitzer students are immersed in real-world issues, often participating in internships, study abroad programs, and community-based research. The campus itself serves as a living laboratory for environmental sustainability, reflecting the college's dedication to ecological stewardship.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Pitzer College?

17% acceptance rate

Very Selective

Admission Standards

Grades & Testing

Average SAT score

Unknown

Testing

Test Blind

Average High School GPA

3.9

Application Deadlines

Regular Application Deadline

January 6

Early Decision / Early Action?

Yes

The most important factors Pitzer College considers when admitting students are:

•Academic GPA
•Application Essay
•Character/Personal Qualities

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Financials

See what it costs to attend Pitzer College.

$ 87,466

Overall list price

$ 34,801

Average net price

$ 87,466

Merit Price™

Very Stingy

Merit Meter™

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Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Pitzer College?

Suburb

Campus Setting

Democrat

State vote for president

Weather

Sunny days

Very Sunny

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Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Pitzer College.

10:1

Student to faculty ratio

60%

4-year grad rate

83%

6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Pitzer are:

Environmental Science
Political Science and Government, General
Organizational Behavior Studies

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Demographics

Who attends Pitzer College?

46

States represented

29

Countries represented

No

State DEI laws

Student Body

Students

1,204

Women

60%

Men

40%

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Housing

What's it like living at Pitzer College?

$21,374

Room & Board

0.8

Housing units / student

83

%

Students on campus

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FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into Pitzer College?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.9.

How much does Pitzer College cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $87,466 to attend Pitzer.

How many people attend Pitzer College?

1,204 people attend Pitzer. 1,204 are undergraduate students and 0 are graduate students.

Where is Pitzer College located?

Pitzer College is located in Claremont, California. It is in a Suburb environment.

Can I get into Pitzer College with a 3.5 GPA?

In the most recent class of admissions, 98% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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