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General Information

School Contact
University of Pittsburgh
4200 Fifth Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
United States
(412) 624-4141
www.pitt.edu
Cost
In-State Tuition: $12,106
Out-of-State Tuition: $21,616
Room and Board: $8,300
Books and Supplies: $1,000
Undergrad Student Body
Full-Time: 15,662
Total Male: 8,402
Total Female: 8,806
Part-Time: 1,546
Founded:
1787
Control:
Public
Setting:
Urban
Academic Calendar:
Semester
Religious Affiliation:
None

Overall Experience

Overall, students agree that they wouldn't trade their Pitt experience for anything. As with most decisions, there are a lot of things to consider. If you don't like living in a city environment, Pittsburgh may not be the place for you. While it doesn't have the feel of New York of Philadelphia, the area is definitely urban. Also, Pitt is a large school—you're in for some big lecture classes and a somewhat overwhelming campus during the first year or so. Everything will seem to get smaller after you've been around awhile, though. Weather can be a concern if you're used to a warmer climate—snow, rain, and wind rule Pittsburgh winters. This is something that you can easily get used to though, unless you're a diehard warm weather fan.

What Pitt does offer is high-caliber academics, plenty of student organizations, and countless opportunities, such as study abroad, cultural activities, and sports. If you're willing to become active on campus, there's a lot more to Pitt than meets the eye. The University's location can also be a great advantage—Pittsburgh itself is a great city that is a positive environment for students to live and learn in, thanks in part to the city being home to a number of colleges and universities. The social scene is always jumping, locals are friendly, and there's always something to do if you explore a little. The best idea is to visit and try to get a feel for the area. You can get the same quality education at Pitt that can be found in many smaller, expensive schools, but here you'll pay less to have a vibrant city right at your doorstep.

Students Speak Out

Anonymous says:

I have a great sense of pride in my school—I love the University of Pittsburgh, and I always will. I think it is an excellent school with a wide range of fields of study and an immense number of job opportunities in every line of work. No matter what major you choose, you can always walk away with a well-rounded education and great experiences. From partying with friends, to cramming for finals, I wouldn’t trade my time at Pitt for the world. Hail to Pitt!
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Anonymous says:

Overall, I would do the Pitt experience all over again. I just graduated and am moving on. I received a very good education, met my fiancé here, made some great friends, always had something to do, and had many opportunities to get involved. I got out of the school what I was willing to put into it.
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Anonymous says:

It’s been good so far. Pitt is a school within a city, but on the downside, there aren’t as many different things to do.
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Anonymous says:

I love it at Pitt; I wish I was there right now! I know it sounds so corny, but college all goes by so fast.
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Anonymous says:

Pitt was a great choice. There is enough to do in this city to keep me occupied, and not too much going on so that I stay out of trouble. The teachers have been helpful and have motivated me to do better than I have ever done in school before. If Pitt adds a few more academic programs, it will be the perfect school.
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Admissions Stats See more admissions statistics

Contact Admissions
Phone: (412) 624-7488
Web Site: www.pitt.edu/admissions.html
Dates To Know Deadline Notification
Regular Decision Rolling Rolling
Must-Reply-By May 1
Acceptance Rate:   54% Application Fee:   $45 Common Application Accepted?   Yes

Financial Aid Stats

Contact Admissions
Phone: (412) 624-7488
Web Site: www.pitt.edu/~oafa
Other Stats
Financial Aid Forms Deadline: March 1
Average Financial Aid Package: ? $10,197
Students Who Applied for Aid: 87%
Applicants Who Received Aid: 50%

Standardized Tests

Scores Verbal Math Composite (out of)
SAT I * 570 - 670 580 - 670 1150 - 1340 (1600)
* 25th - 75th Percentile
Other Stats
Top 10% of HS Class: 48%
SATI / ACT Required? Either