Admitted Student Resources

Congratulations on your admission to Pitzer College! This page contains helpful information for first-year admitted students. We can’t wait to welcome you to campus!

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Next Steps...

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Say Yes to Pitzer!

If you’re ready to call Pitzer home, submit your Enrollment Response Form & Fee today via your Pitzer Connect Portal.

Connect on Campus

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Admitted Student Days

Join us on campus to meet faculty and current students, explore resources that support your well-being and academic success and get a closer look at living, learning, and preparing for your future at Pitzer. 

Dates: 

  • Friday, February 27 (Early Decision I and II)
  • Friday, April 3
  • Saturday, April 11 

Registration for Admitted Student Days isn't open yet, but we'll reach out in mid-January when registration becomes available.

Can’t make it to an Admitted Student Day? Join us for any regularly scheduled campus visit—in-person or virtual!

 


 

Important Dates & Deadlines

Note: Some links in the dropdowns may not be accessible until you receive your Pitzer login credentials. You'll receive more information as summer approaches. 

DateDetails 
January 15Early Decision I
March 1Early Decision II
May 1Regular Decision
May 10Gap Year Request Deadline

Early July: Pre-Arrival Tasks Due

  • Housing & Roommate Matching Form
  • Financial Aid Loan Requirements Due
  • Orientation Adventure Trip Preferences
  • First-Year Seminar Preferences

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

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

Welcome to Your New Home

Annie Voss
“Your years at Pitzer will be the best of your life! There could not be a place where I feel more safe, supported, and motivated to grow into the person I want to be. Get ready to come home!”

Annie Voss '26

Environmental Analysis major

Academic & Campus Life Information

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.

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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! 

 

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Students enjoy ocean kayaking on an Orientation Adventure. 

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.

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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. 

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Join Our Supportive & Caring Community

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“I love the people at Pitzer! Everyone here is so unique and interesting and it is amazing to meet so many people who have different interests, but still all believe in our core values. It creates a community centered around respecting and loving our differences.”

Raffi Charkoudian-Rogers '28

Helpful Resources

Note: Some links may not be accessible until you receive your Pitzer login credentials. You'll receive more information as summer approaches. 

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Admitted Student Day

Admitted students: Join us on campus to get a closer look at living, learning, and preparing for your future at Pitzer.

Admitted Student Day

Admitted students: Join us on campus to get a closer look at living, learning, and preparing for your future at Pitzer.

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