Pitzer College
Pitzer College, 1050 N. Mills Ave., Claremont, CA 91711, USA
Pitzer College is a private liberal arts institution in Claremont, California, emphasizing interdisciplinary learning, community engagement, environmental sustainability, and social responsibility. It is part of The Claremont Colleges consortium, which allows students to take classes and share resources across five neighboring campuses. Pitzer encourages students to pursue global experiences, student-led initiatives, and social justice projects integrated into academics and campus life. The campus culture is known for being collaborative, socially active, and values-driven.
- Best known for: Strong liberal arts curriculum with emphasis on social sciences, environmental studies, and community engagement.
- Academics & global engagement: Students can study abroad, participate in international programs, and engage in intercultural fieldwork.
- Campus vibe: Suburban residential campus with a culture of social responsibility, sustainability, and student initiative.
- Consortium: Member of The Claremont Colleges, offering access to classes, facilities, resources, and cross-registration with four other undergraduate colleges.
- International diversity: Welcomes over 120 degree-seeking international students from 25+ countries, plus exchange students.
- Study abroad strength: Offers numerous approved study abroad programs, including Pitzer-run programs in Southern Africa, Ecuador, Nepal, and more.
- Notable culture: Known for community engagement, environmental activism, and intercultural learning.
- Mascot and identity: Mascot is Cecil the Sagehen, reflecting the school’s spirited identity.
Undergraduate
Pitzer College follows typical U.S. liberal arts college admissions cycles — dates can vary slightly each year. Official deadlines should be verified on the admissions site.
- Early Decision I: Typically mid-November.
- Regular Decision: Typically early January.
- Financial aid deadlines: Often coincide with Regular Decision deadlines for need-based aid.
- Commit/decision deadlines: Admitted students usually confirm by early spring (often May 1 for Regular Decision).
Undergraduate (international):
- Academic expectations: Strong high school record; holistic review of coursework, recommendations, leadership, alignment with Pitzer values.
- English language requirements: TOEFL iBT minimum ~106, IELTS ~7.5, or Duolingo ~135; scores slightly lower may qualify for International Scholars Program.
- Standardized tests: Test-free policy — SAT/ACT are not accepted through 2025–26 cycle.
- Notes: Common Application required, plus writing supplement, transcripts, recommendations; international applicants need visa/financial support documentation.
Graduate (international):
- Graduate entry: N/A — no graduate programs available.
| Program Level | Annual Cost of Attendance |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $82,000.00 - $93,000.00 |
Undergraduate (international):
- Academic expectations: Strong high school record; holistic review of coursework, recommendations, leadership, alignment with Pitzer values.
- English language requirements: TOEFL iBT minimum ~106, IELTS ~7.5, or Duolingo ~135; scores slightly lower may qualify for International Scholars Program.
- Standardized tests: Test-free policy — SAT/ACT are not accepted through 2025–26 cycle.
- Notes: Common Application required, plus writing supplement, transcripts, recommendations; international applicants need visa/financial support documentation.
Graduate (international):
- Graduate entry: N/A — no graduate programs available.
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