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Your chances of getting into Pitzer College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

18.4%
Admission Difficulty for Pitzer College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Unavailable 
Applicant Competition Very High 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Pitzer is 18.4%.  Its admission rate is the 10th lowest in California and the 64th lowest the nation.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Pitzer and can you get accepted?

Pitzer is a very highly competitive school to get into. You have a low chance of acceptance even if you meet the admission criteria. It's important that you meet their GPA requirements to get through the first round of consideration. Last year, only 644 out of the 3,500 who applied were admitted.

Pitzer College typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.93. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top ten percent of their high school class or better. 48% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Pitzer?

18% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Pitzer College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.93 or better
  • Earn A- grades in high school
  • Graduate in the top 10% of your high school class

Pitzer GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.93

Typical High School Grades 

A-

What GPA do you need to get into Pitzer College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Pitzer are to have around a 3.93 high school GPA. You are required to have exceptionally good grades and you should be graduating near the top of your class.

Meeting these GPA requirements alone is not enough for you to gain admission as Pitzer is a very selective school.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Pitzer is 3.93 on the 4.0 scale. 38% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #8 in California for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Pitzer is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.9 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Pitzer College students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 37.72% Good
3.75 to 3.99 32.52% Avg
3.50 to 3.74 21.17% Reach
3.25 to 3.49 7.36% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 1.23% Low
2.50 to 2.99 0% Low
2.00 to 2.49 0% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Pitzer SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required by Pitzer College. The school has a test blind policy.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting SAT 

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SAT Scores for Pitzer College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
SAT Scores for Pitzer College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average SAT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Pitzer ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting ACT 

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ACT Scores for Pitzer College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
ACT Scores for Pitzer College
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average ACT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

High School Class Rank

69% of Pitzer College freshman are in the top ten percent of their high school graduating class. For your application to be competitive, you need to graduate at the top of your class.

High School Class Rank for admitted Pitzer College students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 69.23%
Top 25% of class 90.38%
Top 50% of class 98%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Pitzer College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 2,127 1,145 3,500
Accepted 365 231 644
Acceptance Rate 17% 20% 18%
Enrolled 159 129 309
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 44% 56% 48%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jan 1, 2025

Days left to Apply

55

Applicants have 55 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Jan 1, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Pitzer College is $70.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Pitzer College and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Pitzer College Application Requirements
Test Scores Not considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High School GPA Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Pitzer College
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Other Colleges to Apply To 

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=121257 IPEDS survey data for Pitzer College.

Last updated February 24, 2024