Pitzer Language Test Waiver

Applicants for Fall 2024

Early Decision 1 Deadline: November 15
Early Decision 2 Deadline: January 18
Regular Decision Deadline: February 15
Fall Transfer/New Resources Deadline: May 1

Please complete the fields below to submit your English Language Test Waiver request to Pitzer's International Programs Office.

As part of your waiver request, you will be required to submit a graded PDF copy of a research paper or other writing assignment done in high school that demonstrates your writing ability. Your paper will be considered by members of Pitzer's International Programs Office.

Please note that all waiver requests are considered on a case-by-case basis, and not all waiver requests may be granted.

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What kind of application have you submitted?*

First Year

Transfer

New Resources

First name*

Last name*

Birthdate*

Email address*

Why are you requesting a waiver for the TOEFL or IELTS exam?*

In which countries have you resided over the last 5 years? Please select all that apply (use "Control" function on your keyboard to make multiple selections).*

What is your first language?*

How many years have you been enrolled in a school where English was the primary language of instruction?*

What is the name of the school were you have done the bulk of your studies in English?*
(Search using your school name or CEEB code)

Where is this school located (please include city and country below)*

Do you have scores, grades or certification in lieu of the TOEFL/IELTS/DET that you believe would demonstrate your ability to do college-level work in English? Examples include: ACT, ACTFL oral proficiency interview, AP Language and Composition score, AP Literature and Composition score, International Baccalaureate exam score, Cambridge English Exam, Pearson Test of English - Academic, Duolingo (DET), paper-based TOEFL and/or SAT.*

Please upload at least one of the aformentioned scores, grades and/or certifications here. Your results will be evaluated by a member Pitzer's International Programs Office.*

If deemed necessary, are you willing to complete an interview in English with a member of the Pitzer Admission or International Programs team (interviews will be conducted online via Skype)?*

Please upload the required PDF copy of a graded research paper or other writing assignment done in school that demonstrates your writing ability. Your paper will be considered by members of Pitzer's International Programs Office.*

Click "Submit" to finish completing the waiver request form.

A member of the International Programs Office will be in touch with you within the next 96 hours about your waiver. Please direct any questions to Leah Herman, Academic Director of the International Scholars Program, at leah_herman@pitzer.edu.