Pitzer College
About Pitzer College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Pitzer College is a private university in Claremont, CA. It has a 18.4% acceptance rate and a 85.5% graduation rate, serving approximately 1,212 students.
Founded
1963
Location
Claremont, California
Students
1,227
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
25.2%
Very selective
Graduation Rate
83.4%
Above national average
Tuition
$65,192
Per year
Avg Net Price
$34,191
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$69,512
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Very Selective
About 4 students apply for every seat
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
$70
Early
Nov 15
Regular
Jan 12
Pitzer College is moderately selective at 25.2%. Meeting the academic requirements puts you in a good position to be admitted.
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
83.4% complete their degree within six years
Retention
93.8%
4-Year Grad
81%
6-Year Grad
88%
Teaching Quality
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
80.2%
$/Student
$26.6K
Class Size
Small
81% of students graduate on time, and 80.2% of courses are taught by full-time faculty. That personal instruction helps keep students on track.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$65,192
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$22,150
Books & Supplies
$1,100
Total Cost of Attendance
$86,466
After Financial Aid
$34,191
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$14,535
Receive Grants
10.6%
Take Loans
20%
The total cost of attendance runs about $86,466/yr, including $22,150 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $34,191.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Pitzer College fund their education.
While in School
10.6%
Get Grants
Free money
20%
Take Loans
Must repay
$71,480
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$16,750
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$178/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 20% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $16,750. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Pitzer College.
Gender
58.8%
Female
41%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,227
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
23%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
1.4%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 59% of the student body. 23% are first-generation college students. 8.6% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
1,227
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Liberal Arts
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
No
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Pitzer College fields 13 varsity teams with 583 student athletes, about 48% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
SCIAC
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
13
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
583
48% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
56% / 44%
327
Men
256
Women
10
Men's Teams
11
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Pitzer Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$69,512
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Natural Resources Conservation and Research
$22K
36 grads
1yr Earnings
Political Science and Government
$69K
31 grads
4yr Earnings
Human Resources Management and Services
$90K
25 grads
4yr Earnings
Communication and Media Studies
—
20 grads
Research and Experimental Psychology
—
20 grads
Economics
$60K
19 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $52K at six years, $44K at eight, and $70K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.