Type of School: Pitt is a top-ranked public research institution.

Size of Campus: Pitt’s campus is large and located in Pittsburgh, a city known for its livability. 

Number of Students: There are 19,330 undergraduate students at the Pittsburgh campus; total enrollment is 28,673.

Number of Faculty: Pitt employs 5,195 faculty at the Pittsburgh campus. Our student-faculty ratio is 14:1.

Colleges, programs, and degrees: We offer 100+ undergraduate majors, minors, and certificates. Freshmen are admitted to one of five freshman-entry schools:
• College of Business Administration
• Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences 
• School of Computing and Information
• School of Nursing
• Swanson School of Engineering

Geographic Diversity: Pitt students come from all over: all 50 states, three US territories, the District of Columbia, and 108 countries.  

International Student Services: Pitt’s Office of International Student Services will assist international students with necessary immigration documentation. They also offer events to help students adjust to life in the United States, connect with the campus community, and explore the city of Pittsburgh.

International Student Budget: (2019–2020)
Tuition: $32,656 (Fall and Spring Terms, Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences)
Room and Board: $11,814 (Double Occupancy, Standard Meal Plan)
Mandatory Fees: $2,090
Books (Estimate): $755

Financial Aid: The University of Pittsburgh admits students with academic and personal promise without regard for ability to pay. We are committed to working with families to make a Pitt education a reality for them. We offer international scholarships for freshman applicants.

Test Score Requirements: We accept both SAT and ACT scores. We will superscore your SAT Critical Reading or Evidence-Based Reading and Writing subscore and your Math subscore. We will use the highest of the SAT superscore or ACT composite score in reviewing your application for admission. You are not required to submit SAT Essay or ACT Writing scores. TOEFL or IELTS results are required for international students.

Application Deadlines and Fees: International students who would like to be considered for admission in the fall term should apply by April 1. For spring term consideration, apply by October 1. Pitt’s application fee is $55. The fee is automatically waived for veterans and active-duty military service members.