Pitzer College: what international applicants need

What are Pitzer College's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Pitzer College has 3 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Decision on November 15, 2026, Early Decision II on January 10, 2027, and Regular Decision on January 10, 2027.

• Early Decision is binding: if you're admitted, you commit to attend and withdraw your other applications.
• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Pitzer College's acceptance rate?

25.2% for students who started in fall 2024: Pitzer College admitted 865 of its 3,438 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Pitzer College require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Pitzer College doesn't consider SAT or ACT scores for 2026–27 (test-blind), even if you send them.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.

How much is Pitzer College's application fee for international students?

Pitzer College's application fee is $70 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Pitzer College accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Pitzer College accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does Pitzer College accept?

Pitzer College doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does Pitzer College require?

Pitzer College requires one teacher recommendation for 2026–27.

• It also asks for a mid-year report with your first-semester senior grades.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Pitzer College require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. Pitzer College requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does Pitzer College have?

119 of Pitzer College's 1,242 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 9.6%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Pitzer College cost for international students?

Pitzer College's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $65,192, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $22,150. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $89,742 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source

Does Pitzer College give financial aid to international students?

Yes. In 2024-25, Pitzer College gave institutional scholarships or grants to 53 international undergraduates.

• Number of international students aided: the university's Common Data Set 2024-25