Admitted Student Resources

Late June—Early July: Pre-Arrival Tasks Due

• June 30: Housing & Roommate Matching Form
• July 7: Financial Aid Loan Requirements Due
• June 30: Orientation Adventure Trip Preferences
• June 30: First-Year Seminar Preferences
• July 7: Student Accounts Payment Plan Due

Mid-July: Pre-Arrival Documents and Forms Action Items

• July 15: Mandatory Online Trainings Open
• July 15: Final High School Transcripts Due
• July 15: Entrance Health Requirements Due
• Emergency Contact & Missing Persons Contact Due
• Housing, First-Year Seminar, and Orientation Adventure Assignments released

• August 1: First Bill Due
• August 15: Mandatory Online Trainings Completion Deadline
• August 22: Move-In, Orientation Begins
• August 31: Classes Begin
• September 11: Medical Insurance Priority Deadline

Incoming first-year students will register for classes prior to arriving on campus in August. You’ll get to chat with an Advisor and attend Academic Orientation sessions beforehand, so you’ll have everything you need.

• First-Year Seminars
• Academic Advising & Faculty Mentorship
• Academic Support Services & Accommodations
• Majors & Minors

Orientation week is the ultimate welcome to the Pitzer community. After move-in, students will get acquainted with their Residence Halls and Resident Assistants, embark on their Orientation Adventures, get to know available resources, and settle in for the year! 

• New Student Orientation Office
• Orientation Adventures
• Family Orientation 2025 Highlights

Pitzer’s residential community is here to support you during your transition to campus. Learn more about our First-Year Residence Halls, campus Meal Plans, and what to pack. First and second year students are not permitted to bring cars to campus – visit our transportation hub to learn more about our transportation options and obtaining a parking permit. All students are automatically opted into the 19 swipes per week meal plan, with additional options available.

• Overview of Living at Pitzer
• Residence Life & First-Year Hall Info
• Meal Plans
• Wellness & Student Support
• Transportation & Parking Permits
• What to Bring
• Residential Info for Parents

Pitzer prepares our graduates to lead meaningful lives after they graduate, equipped with the skills to succeed in a variety of careers and advanced academic programs. Our Career Services team is a central campus resource for all things to do with post-graduate planning and success. 

• Get to know our Career Services office and program
• Explore our Career Outcomes & Post-Grad Impact Report
• Learn more about Life After Pitzer.