Pitzer College
Pitzer College, founded in 1963, is a distinguished liberal arts and sciences college renowned for its emphasis on environmental and interdisciplinary studies, the arts, humanities, and social, behavioral, and natural sciences. As part of The Claremont Colleges, a unique consortium comprising five undergraduate colleges and two graduate institutions, Pitzer offers collaborative programs and facilities.
With approximately 1,000 students, the college exudes individualized education, allowing students to shape their own experiences and work with faculty advisers to design special majors. The institution prides itself on fostering cultural diversity and intercultural understanding, with students from diverse backgrounds encouraged to participate in over 46 international exchanges through study abroad programs.
Situated in Claremont, Southern California, the college enjoys a vibrant college town atmosphere, a close-knit community, and access to natural beauty, being just an hour's drive from downtown Los Angeles, the Pacific coast, and scenic mountain landscapes. Pitzer College offers a unique and enriching educational environment for students seeking personalized, collaborative, and diverse learning experiences.
DETAILED INFORMATION:
- Founded: 1963
- Phone: 909.621.8000
- Cost: $19,153 / year
- Students: 1,132 Undergrads
- Address: 1050 N. Mills Avenue Claremont, CA
- Website: https://www.pitzer.edu/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PitzerCollege
- Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/pitzercollege/
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/PitzerCollege
Ranking:
- Best Small Colleges in America: 35 of 968
- Best Liberal Arts Colleges in America: 35 of 309
- Hardest Colleges to Get Into in America: 56 of 174
