Claremont, CA · La Jolla, CA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Pitzer College | UC San Diego | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 16.7% | 24.5% |
| In-State Tuition | $62,692 | $15,265 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $62,692 | $46,042 |
| Average Net Price | $17,752 | $13,293 |
| Graduation Rate | 83.0% | 88.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Pitzer College accepts 16.7% of applicants. UC San Diego accepts 24.5%. Pitzer College's tuition is $62,692. UC San Diego's is $15,265. That's a $47,427 difference per year. Pitzer College graduates 83% of students in 6 years. UC San Diego graduates 88%.
Bottom Line
UC San Diego is public; Pitzer College is private. If you're an in-state student, UC San Diego will cost significantly less. Check the net price numbers above before deciding.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Pitzer College. It accepts 16.7% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
UC San Diego has lower published tuition: $15,265 versus $62,692. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
UC San Diego: 88% of students finish in 6 years. Pitzer College is at 83%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.