Pitzer College established the New Resources Program in 1974 to bring the small, liberal arts college experience to students of non-traditional college age. The program was founded with the conviction that a truly diverse campus is one eager to encounter the added dimension brought by students of a range of ages as well as backgrounds and interests.

A student is considered a New Resources applicant if they are 23 years of age or older. The New Resources Program is designed for students who have not received a Bachelor’s degree, nor followed the path of a traditional four year college student.