Pitzer College
Pitzer College is a private liberal arts college in Claremont, California, and a member of The Claremont Colleges consortium. The institution emphasizes social responsibility, intercultural understanding, interdisciplinary learning, student engagement, and environmental sustainability.
Acceptance rate
17%
Undergrad enrollment
1,193
Test policy
Test blind
Application fee
$70
Application deadlines
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| TransferSpring Transfer | October 10, 2026 |
| Financial AidSpring Transfer Financial Aid Priority Deadline | October 10, 2026 |
| Financial AidEarly Decision I Financial Aid Priority Deadline | November 15, 2026 |
| Early DecisionEarly Decision I | November 15, 2026 |
| Regular DecisionRegular Decision | January 12, 2027 |
| Financial AidEarly Decision II & Regular Decision Financial Aid Priority Deadline | January 12, 2027 |
| Early Decision IIEarly Decision II | January 12, 2027 |
| Financial AidFall Transfer Financial Aid Priority Deadline | April 1, 2027 |
| TransferFall Transfer | April 1, 2027 |
Supplemental essay prompts
Reflecting on your involvement throughout high school or within the community, how have you engaged with one of Pitzer's core values?
Describe what you are looking for from your college experience and why Pitzer would be a good fit for you.
As a mission-driven institution, we value and celebrate the synergy created by our differences and similarities. We welcome you to write about distinctive aspects of your background, identity, or personal interests that you would bring to Pitzer, and how you plan to engage in our community.