Pitzer College - DiversityCollege Prowler3.46

Diversity:

B

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Diversity Grades:

Quick Stats

African American

5 %

Asian American

10 %

Hispanic

15 %

International

2 %

Native American

1 %

Out-of-State

43 %

Unknown

25 %

White

42 %

College Prowler Take

Pitzer College is about as diverse as a private liberal-arts college gets. Some students complain that socio-economic diversity is lacking, but most agree that Pitzer tries its best. Students enjoy intercultural interactions and learning; in fact, Pitzer College emphasizes this within their educational program. Some students still gripe, but in truth, Pitzer is a small world populated with a plethora of races, religions, cultures, gender identities, and everything else.

Being a Pitzer College student is a living cultural education. Whether you consider yourself cosmopolitan or a cultural virgin, you will learn a tremendous amount. The cultural learning that goes on at Pitzer will teach aspects of life that can’t be taught in the classroom. A few students miss out on this experience by firming cliques, but many have experienced a heightened cultural awareness. Assimilation into this world of cultural learning is a slow, but amazing experience.

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hiliarygreen says:

Pitzer College 2013

Undecided

Acceptance

A

Pitzer is one of the more accepting places i have ever been! Not only are you celebrated for your differences in the social scene but in class your opinion holds its own because of your different perspective!

Diversity: January 22, 2010
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kdowse says:

Pitzer College 2011

Biological and Biomedical Sciences

A Way of Life...

A-

Pitzer stresses and embraces diversity. The students are naturally accepting of pretty much any differences, and believe that is what makes the school so vibrant. But if you are a Republican, keep it to yourself!

Diversity: January 22, 2010
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dabarrow says:

Pitzer College 2013

Math and Statistics

Campus Diversity

B

It seems as if Pitzer has primarily white students. However, the economic background varies. Many students are on financial aide and several students are not. Pitzer tends to be a very politically liberal student body, but there still are a fair amount of concervatives on campus. Pitzer also has a relatively large Jewish population.

Diversity: December 09, 2009
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angeles890 says:

Pitzer College 2011

Biological and Biomedical Sciences

Very Well Rounded Campus

A+

Pitzer college is the most diverse campus among the 5C's, the student body comes from every walk of life and from all parts of the country/world.

Diversity: December 04, 2009
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h2opololvr says:

Pitzer College 2013

Social Sciences

Diversity Does Exist

A-

There is an astounding amount of diversity at Pitzer. There is the standard quota for minority populations, around 30% are underrepresented ethnic groups. There are also a wide range of socioeconomic groups and people with amazing different skills. Everyone is unique, and we don't try to form a homogenic mass of college students.

Diversity: December 03, 2009
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Economic Status

Pitzer College is a private education institution. This unfortunately means a majority of the student body are of moderate to wealthy backgrounds. This is not to say that it is prerequisite to attend Pitzer, but rather just that this is the way it is. Some students are given significant financial aid packages, which helps diversify socio-economic backgrounds.

Gay Pride

At Pitzer, it isn’t even a matter of tolerance; gay students are completely and totally accepted. The Queer Resource Center and the Queeralicious Club promote gay-straight alliance, as well as a sense of unity amongst the five campus gay community.

Minority Clubs on Campus

Minority clubs are very involved in the campus social scene. They throw some of the best parties and provide activities, both of which are opened to all students.

Most Common Religions

There are both large Christian and Jewish populations on campus. The five colleges have numerous religious clubs including Druids, J.E.W.S, Faulen Gong University Club, Muslim Student Association, Jewish Student Union, and Christian Students at Claremont.

Political Activity

Most Pitzer students are extremely liberal; many lead very politically-active lives. Pitzer’s emphasis on social responsibility creates an atmosphere that fosters student political activity. Protests and rallies are frequent.

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