Transfer Applicants

Tell us how you will benefit from and contribute to our community! Here's what you need to know when you apply to transfer to Pitzer from another college

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Application Deadlines

 FallSpring
Application DueApril 1October 10
Interview Deadline (Optional)April 1October 10
Admission NotificationBy May 15By November 12
Commitment Fee DueJune 15December 10

Any Common Application submissions after the deadline will not be considered.

Application Checklist

Common ApplicationRequired
$70 App Fee or Fee Waiver RequestRequired
Pitzer Writing Supplement (Common Application)Required
Faculty RecommendationsOne Required
School/College ReportRequired
Official TranscriptsRequired
English Language Test (e.g. IELTS, TOEFL, DuoLingo)Required for Non-Native English Speakers
InterviewOptional

Academic Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED 
  • One or more completed semesters or two or more completed quarters of college credit by application deadline
  • We also recommend completing first-year writing courses required at your current institution

Know Before You Apply

  • You can transfer up to 64 semester units or 96 quarter units from a community college
  • You must complete at least two years of study at Pitzer to earn a Pitzer College degree

Other Recommendations

We recommend that students transferring before getting an associate’s degree take many subjects. This includes the humanities, math, social science, and science. We will pay special attention to your work in college courses.

California community college students should do courses in the Inter-Segmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC). Find out more about IGETC from the counseling center at your community college. The Pitzer Office of Admission can assist in planning.

If you are 23 years of age or older, consider applying as a New Resources student.

Are You Also International?

If your native language is not English, we ask that you show your English language skills. Learn about other requirements and opportunities for international applicants.

Application Details

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  • We require at least one recommendation from a college professor (or teaching assistant).
  • Recommendations should be submitted through the Common Application website.
  • Your recommender can also email/mail their recommendation to applicant@veosonica.com.
  • Recommenders must send their letters directly to the Office of Admission.