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Pitzer College

Private nonprofit Claremont, CA · Suburban · Far West · 93% data reported · Agent Insights
83%
Graduation Rate
$69,512
Earnings (10yr)
$34,191
Net Price
25%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Eighty-three percent of students graduate from Pitzer College, a strong indicator of student success. With an acceptance rate of just 25%, this private nonprofit school in Claremont, California, attracts a selective group of students who are committed to their education and future careers.

Pitzer College’s graduates earn a median salary of $69,512 a decade after graduation. Although mobility and economic connectedness data isn't available, the figures suggest that students who attend may find solid job opportunities in fields like social sciences, psychology, and business. The low Pell Grant rate of 11% indicates that most students come from higher-income backgrounds, which can influence the college experience and networking opportunities.

The net price for attending Pitzer is $34,191, and graduates carry a median debt of $16,750. This relatively low debt level compared to earnings indicates a favorable return on investment. Students who thrive here are likely those who are self-motivated, engaged in the community, and interested in a liberal arts education that emphasizes critical thinking and social responsibility.

Rankings

How Pitzer Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation83%Earnings 10yr$70KNet Price$34KRetention94%Median Debt$17KPell Grant Rate11%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$15K$0-30K$8K$30-48K$21K$48-75K$47K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%624.2%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%3548.1%MOBILITY221.46%

Cost & Financial Aid

$65,192
In-State Tuition
$65,192
Out-of-State
$34,191
Avg Net Price
$16,750
Median Debt
11%
Pell Grant Rate
20%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$14,535
Family Income $0–$30K
$7,769
Family Income $30K–$48K
$20,846
Family Income $48K–$75K
$46,793
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$51,784
6 Years After Entry
$55,766
8 Years
$69,512
10 Years
0.24x
Debt-to-Earnings
61%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$51,784 6yr $55,766 8yr $69,512 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

221.46%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
3548.1%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
624.2%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$131,900
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.89
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.02
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
22.3%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 25%
Retention Rate 94%
Full-Time Faculty 80%
Faculty Salary (mo) $12,503
Diversity Index 0.73
First-Gen Students 23%

Top Programs

Social Sciences 25%
Psychology 8%
Biology & Biomedical 8%
Communications 5%
Business & Marketing 5%
Visual & Performing Arts 4%
Mathematics & Statistics 4%
English & Literature 3%