PITZER COLLEGE

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Pitzer College

School Overview

The school's main campus is located at the edge of a large city (in Claremont, CA). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Bachelor's degree.

Contacting the School

1050 N Mills Ave
Claremont, CA 91711-6101
Main Phone: (909) 621-8243
Web Site: www.pitzer.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 925 (full-time equivalent) students. In Fall 2002, 104 male students and 131 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 44.3% of the student body, while females made up 55.7%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (6)%, Hispanic (15)%, Asian (10)%, and Native American (1)%.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 56.1% of applicants were admitted.

Verbal SAT:
Three quarters of students scored at least 570. One quarter of students scored at least 670.

Math SAT:
On the Math SAT, 75% of students scored 550 or higher. One fourth of students scored 670 or higher.

Degree Levels

Bachelor's Degree

Degree Programs

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Area Cultural And Ethnic Studies

Business And Management

Computer

Engineering

Specialized Engineering

English Language And Literature

Environmental Conservation

Natural Resources Conservation

History And Social Sciences

Interdisciplinary Studies

Technology And Society

Life Sciences

Literature And Language

Mathematics

Mathematics

Performing And Visual Arts

Philosophy And Religion

Physical Sciences

Psychology

School Accreditation

Pitzer College is accredited regionally by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities (WASCSR).

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

Pitzer College belongs to the following athletic conferences:

Independent (for football).
Southern California Intercoll Athletic Conference (for basketball, baseball, and track & field).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for football, basketball, baseball, and track & field.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

Remedial assistance
AP credits
Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

Student employment services
Career counseling
Placement services for graduates

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 36,790
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 29,420
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 36,790

Admission Requirements

The school does not offer open admission; requirements include:

Required:

High-school GPA is required.
Secondary school record is required.
Standardized test scores are required.
Recommendations are required.
The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

Recommended (but not required):

A college preparatory program is recommended.
A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is recommended.

Neither Required Nor Recommended:

Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended.

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