About Pitzer College
Type
Private
Not-For-Profit
4 Years
Student Population
1,072
Website
https://www.pitzer.eduAccreditation
WASC
Religious Affiliation
Not applicable
On Campus Housing
Yes
Pitzer College is a private university located in Claremont, CA. Pitzer College covers an area of 35 acres. It was in 1963 when the Pitzer College was founded. Pitzer College believes in imparting education and contributing to society by focusing on innovation, research, education, and commitment. The motto of the university is Provida Futuri and its official colors are orange and white. Across all the courses offered at Pitzer College, the enrolment stands at 1,086. The school has a total of 116 academic staff. These faculty teach different courses to the students. Around 97% of the students are 24 and under at Pitzer College. Shedding some light on gender distribution at PC, around 57% of the students are females and 43% are males. The college has produced several achievers in its 57 years of existence and some of the notable alumni are Dennis Cooper (Editor, Poet), John Darnielle (Songwriter, Musician), Hunter Lovins (Public speaker, Environmentalist), and Anne Archer (Actor). The university boasts of a decent sports infrastructure, which helps in developing the personality of its students. A total of 46 programs are currently offered by the varsity to the students. It includes both the residential as well as online programs. The university also has a long list of accreditations. It has been accredited by WASC (Western Assn. of Schools and Colleges). The total endowment of the Pitzer College is around $144 million (2019).
Rankings
The rankings provided by Forbes and US News are trusted everywhere, as long as US universities are concerned. Considered one of the best publications when it comes to ranking universities, Forbes has placed Pitzer College at the 54th position on the latest list of top colleges. However, it is to be noted that the rankings are decided based on common metrics like acceptance rate, endowment, benefits, and SAT scores, among others.
Admissions
Application Deadline
1st Jan
Acceptance Rate
13%
SAT Range
N/A
ACT Range
N/A
Application Fee
$70
SAT/ACT
Recommended
High School GPA
Required
Accept Common App
Yes
The university is selective in taking in students. Moreover, admission to PC is difficult. The admission process starts by filling up the form and submitting a fee of $70. As a general rule, securing a good score in a standardised test like SAT or ACT improves an applicant’s chances of securing admission. However, at Pitzer College, the average SAT or ACT scores of students securing admission is not available. The candidates can apply for the courses online. However, in case they need information or want to feel the vibes, they visit the school's office at 1050 North Mills Avenue, Claremont, California 91711-6101. They can also call them at (909) 621-8000.
Annual Cost to Attend
Net Price
$30,013
Average Annual Cost
$53,776
Books And Supplies
$1,000
Other Fees
$280
Room And Board
$16,844
Budget For Other Expenses
$1,000
Total One Year Cost
$72,900
The next two things to keep in mind before applying to PC are the tuition fees and the cost of living during the course tenure. The full-time cost of attendance is approximately $75,850 per year. The average annual tuition cost ($56,018), books and supplies ($1,100), room and boarding ($17,432), and budget for other expenses ($1,300) are all included in this cost. If it sounds unaffordable to the applicant, there are numerous financial aid options available that they can explore.
Academics
Highest Degree Offered
Bachelor's degree
Student:Faculty Ratio
10:1
Full-Time Retention Rate
91%
Part-Time Retention Rate
N/A
Academic Calendar
Semester
Research Funding per Student
$800
Faculty Overview
Male Professors
Female Professors
Non-traditional Learning
Evening Degree Programs
Teacher Certification
Distance Education
Study Abroad
Majors
Communication and Media Studies
28 Graduates
Natural Resources Conservation and...
25 Graduates
Psychology, General
25 Graduates
Sociology
20 Graduates
Political Science and Government
19 Graduates
Economics
18 Graduates
English Language and Literature, Ge...
16 Graduates
Mathematics
15 Graduates
Human Biology
12 Graduates
Neurobiology and Neurosciences
12 Graduates
Human Resources Management and Serv...
8 Graduates
Area Studies
7 Graduates
Biology, General
6 Graduates
Fine and Studio Arts
6 Graduates
Anthropology
5 Graduates
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender,...
5 Graduates
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecu...
4 Graduates
Biological and Physical Sciences
4 Graduates
Computer Science
4 Graduates
History
4 Graduates
Public Policy Analysis
4 Graduates
Romance Languages, Literatures, and...
4 Graduates
Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, an...
3 Graduates
International/Global Studies
3 Graduates
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Ot...
3 Graduates
Philosophy
3 Graduates
Systems Science and Theory
3 Graduates
Accounting and Related Services
2 Graduates
Chemistry
2 Graduates
International Relations and Nationa...
2 Graduates
Linguistic, Comparative, and Relate...
2 Graduates
Philosophy and Religious Studies, O...
2 Graduates
Physics
2 Graduates
Public Health
2 Graduates
Alternative and Complementary Medic...
1 Graduates
Classics and Classical Languages, L...
1 Graduates
Computer and Information Sciences a...
1 Graduates
Dance
1 Graduates
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft
1 Graduates
Educational Administration and Supe...
1 Graduates
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosc...
1 Graduates
Legal Professions and Studies, Othe...
1 Graduates
Physical Sciences, Other
1 Graduates
Public Administration and Social Se...
1 Graduates
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Prof...
1 Graduates
Research and Experimental Psycholog...
1 Graduates
Sustainability Studies
1 Graduates
Student Body
Undergraduate Students
1,072
Socio-Economic Diversity
16%
Part-time
2%
Students Gender
LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS
ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER
Race/Ethnicity
Geographic Density
Geographic Density
High
Unknown Location
Out Of State
In State
Foreign
Economic Diversity
36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Median Household Income
$75,882 per year
Campus Life
Housing
The students can reside on campus and 100% of Freshman Live On-Campus.
On Campus Housing Available
Yes
Freshmen Required to Live on Campus
No
Freshmen Live on Campus
100%
Undergrads in College Housing
73%
Averege Housing Cost
$9,720/year
Campus Food
The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $7,124/year.
Meal Plan Available
Yes
Average Meal Plan Available
$7,124/year
Athletes
Division Sports Nickname
Sagehen
School Colors
orange and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Southern California Intercoll Ath Conf
Total Male Athletes
N/A
Total Female Athletes
N/A
Intramural Sports
12
Sports Club
9
Sports Team (Men)
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Soccer
Swimming and Diving
Tennis
Track and Field
Water Polo
Sports Team (Women)
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Lacrosse
Softball
Swimming and Diving
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Water Polo
Campus Safety
24-Hour Security Patrol
Yes
Campus Emergency Phones
Yes
24-Hour Escort Safety rides
Yes
Mobile Campus Emergency Alert
Yes
The college additionally offers an on-campus housing facility for students who wish to dwell nearby. The normal expense for on-campus housing is $17,432 per year. The students at Pitzer College have several dining and meal plan options to choose from. Moreover, the average meal plan costs around $7,124 per year. To ensure the safety and security of students, the college has a number of campus safety and security measures in place. Some of these features include 24-hr security patrol, campus emergency phones, 24-hr escort safety rides and mobile campus emergency alert. The college has enrolled around 43% male and 57% female students.
After Graduation
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$33,900/year
Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation
$48,700/year
Typical Monthly Loan Payment
$122 - 152
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$40,487
Students Receiving Federal Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$6,646
Students Receiving State Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$9,084
Students Receiving Institutional Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$36,891
Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30K
$64,657
$30K - $48K
$59,070
$48K - $75K
$53,009
$75K - $110K
$42,942
> $110K
$21,254
Total Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$17,419,912
Total Non-Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$266,520
The financial aid department of Pitzer College helps students by assisting them with scholarships, grants, and student loans in the event that they find the fees and the cost of living at the campus to be expensive. The average financial aid at Pitzer College is around $33,642 and the federal grant is $7,692. Prospective students can benefit from state-level aid worth $9,084 as well as institutional aid worth $33,642. The need-based scholarships awarded to students admitted to Pitzer College amount to $17,419,912 per annum. Meanwhile, the total non-need-based scholarships/grants awarded in a year total $266,520.
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