Pitzer College

In 2021, tuition for full-time Pitzer students was $62,392 a year.

In 2023, tuition increased 3.5%–from $60,282 the previous year. Usually, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

If this makes attending the college of your dreams feel scary, remember, the "sticker price" of tuition doesn't give you all the info you need to know how much you will actually have to pay for college. Many students owe far less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts kick in. Additionally, student loans can make theprice of collegefeel more doable until you're done with college.

Pitzer College meets 99.6% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student at Pitzer College is around $54,377 a year.

Graduates in the class of 2023 had an average of $19,715 in student loans per borrower.

In-state vs. Out-of-state Tuition at Pitzer College

Pitzer College is a private, nonprofit institution, so it has the same tuition for residents of California as it does for students who live in other states.

Public schools receive funds from the state to help them cover costs. Public, state schools can offer lower tuition for students who meet the requirements for in-state residency.

Choosing an insitution where you are eligible for in-state tuition can drastically reduce the total cost of attending college. Be sure to verify your state's criteria for in-state tuition. Each state has different requirements to qualify as in-state resident. Most states require students to have resided in the state for a certain period of time before qualifying. There may be additional requirements too, depending on the state you and your parents currently reside in.

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Do International Students Pay More to Go to Pitzer College?

Tuition at Pitzer College is the same for each student.

Students from outside of the U.S. usually do not qualify for for loans or grants from the U.S. government, but may qualify for private or Pitzer College-specific aid and scholarships. International students with need may qualify for the following types of financial support at Pitzer College:

•On-campus jobs •Loans from outsidePitzer College •Pitzer College-specific loans •Pitzer College-specific scholarships •International Students Tuition Waivers

International students without financial need may be eligible for merit-based institutional scholarships.

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Pitzer College Housing Expenses, Fees, and More

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In addition to tuition, room and board, books, transportation and fees are also costs it consider when estimating the cost of attendance for college. Let's take a look at what impacts these costs, and what to expect at Pitzer College.

Room and Board Costs at Pitzer College

Housing and campus dining at Pitzer College is $21,374 a year. This includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus a dining plan that enables you to eat in the school dining facilities.

Board costs can depend on the number of meals you intend to eat on-campus

Cost of Books at Pitzer College

The cost of books often surprises first-year college students. The actual cost of books depends on the courses you take and the materials required. To save money, many students choose to use books from the library or buy used textbooks and materials.

Yearly Fees

The majority of colleges charge some yearly fees to help cover the cost of facilties, like the computer labs and libraries, athletic facilities, and more.

There may be other costs associated with participating in special activities, like Greek Life, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Most colleges have ways so that those with demonstrated need to get help covering these costs.

Transportation costs

The cost of transportation in college can really vary. Will you take a subway, car or an airplane to get to school? Will you need to pay to park on-campus? Is the campus walkable? Do you own a car, or will you need to use busses, subways, or other modes of transportation? All of these factors can drastically impact your estimated cost of transportation. Keeping in mind, first-year students are not allowed to park a car on campus.

The location of a college or university can impact your transportation budget. Small, rural schools may be easier to get around, but the cost of getting to campus may be higher. On the flip side, getting around in an urban area is usually costly, but there may be more buses, trains or low-cost flight options to actually get to school. Pitzer Collegeis in a suburb in California, near Los Angeles.

Other Costs

When you're planning for college, be sure to leave some room in your budget for personal expenses, like movies, takeouts, furniture or appliances for your dorm or housing, and essentials like laundry detergent, toothpaste and toilet paper.

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Total Tuition and Expenses at Pitzer College

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Now, let’s look at the breakdown of all expenses, to get a better idea of what is really costs to go to Pitzer College.

Total Cost of Pitzer College

What will the cost of attending Pitzer College be? Here is a breakdown of tuition and expenses.

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$62,392
Room and Board	$21,374
Other expenses	$1,300

The total estimated cost will vary depending on whether you are going to live on-campus or off-campus.

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$85,366
Off-Campus	$63,992

The breakdowns above provide a good estimate of the total cost of attendance before financial aid and scholarships. Tuition and fees may vary depending on program, course level, location, and more.

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Financial Aid at Pitzer College

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In 2023, 412 of the 1,212 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Pitzer College meets 99.6% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $54,377 a year. Around 36.3% of Pitzer College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Pitzer College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $19,715 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$15,748
Private Loans	$44,203

Most Common Loans for Pitzer College Students
Federal Loans	36.3%
Private loans	3.3%

Most students take out institutional or government loans, because they tend to have lower interest rates and more flexible repayment options than private loans. Loans from the federal government can be subsidized or unsubsidized. Subsidized loans do not accrue interest during school, while unsubsidized loans begin accruing interest at the time the loan is issued. If students do no qualify for enough federal loans to cover the cost of tuition, some take out private loans. Parents can also take out ParentPLUS loans, which are government loans for parents who are helping their children pay for college.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) helps colleges determine how much financial need students and their familes have, so they can offer a financial aid package that meets, or come close to meeting, their need. For more information on Pitzer College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Pitzer College

Some students may receive grants and scholarships to help pay for college. Unlike loans, scholarships and grants do not have to be paid back.

In 2023, Pitzer College awarded 403 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $20.1 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $560,000 in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Net Cost of Pitzer College

The net price of college is the actual cost of attending a school for one year. Net cost is calculated by subtracting any scholarships, grants or other aid that does not need to be paid back from the total cost. Student loans are not part of the calculation, because they need to be repaid.

Now that we have a sense of the total estimated costs for Pitzer College students, we can subtract the average financial aid package to find the estimated net cost. Net cost can vary depending on a students’ need and the financial aid award received.

When considering whether a school fits your budget, it is important to consider the estimated net cost, not just the sticker price of tuition. Often, schools with the highest tuition also offer the most generous aid packages, so estimate your net cost before eliminating a school because it does fit your budget.

The average amount of financial aid received by a full-time first year student with demonstrated need at Pitzer College was $54,377 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Pitzer College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$30,989
Off-Campus	$9,615

What will attending Pitzer College really cost you? The answer depends on several factors.

As of 2011, colleges are required to have a net price calculator on their website to help prospective students and their families understand the actual cost of attending that school, based on their financial situation. You can find the Pitzer College's net cost calculator on their website.

Pitzer College Tuition Payment Plans

Some students choose to use payment plans to make the cost of tuition fit more comfortably in their budget.

Students cannot pay tuition in installments. Contact the financial aid office to verify this and discuss options.

Pitzer Tuition Waivers

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to reduce the total cost of attendance. Some colleges offer tuition waivers for employees and their family members, underrepresented students, or military students. Even with a tuition waiver, other expenses and fees are the responsibility of the student.

Pitzer has some full or partial tuition waivers available for: - International Students

Check the financial aid website for more information on payment plans and tuition waivers.

Pitzer College's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and supporting students.

Pitzer College's endowment was valued at $179.4 million in 2023, compared to a national average of $905 million. The school spends $32,442 for each full-time student enrolled.

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