University of Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh, PA

University of Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh, PA

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Dear Future, I am Ready.

You have personal passions and a distinct point of view. We say, bring it on. Let yourself venture into new experiences in an environment that encourages individuality and promotes diversity and debate—living in an iconic American city buzzing with opportunity and adventure; joining a tight-knit community that feels like home and becomes like family.

At the University of Pittsburgh, you’ll find yourself with other students who lean into what’s next, ready to create a future for themselves and impact the world around them. You’ll have access to 100+ majors, minors, and certificates; guaranteed internships at world-class corporations and organizations; undergraduate research projects alongside faculty who are changing the world; and a community of fellow students who are just as curious and ambitious as you are.  

You’ll be amazed by how a top 100 research university can put so much within reach—in ways that feel truly individualized. Build the knowledge, experience, and expertise you need to succeed in the future you want.

Across Pennsylvania
The University of Pittsburgh has five campuses. The Pittsburgh campus is the largest, with more than 19,000 undergraduates. With additional bachelor’s degrees offered at the Bradford, Greensburg, and Johnstown campuses, you’ll find what you’re looking for at Pitt. If city living isn’t your style, one of our regional campuses in picturesque settings will surely fit your college dreams. 

#MyPittStory
Want to know what it’s like to be a Pitt student? Follow our Social Media Ambassador team for an inside look at life at Pitt from a variety of unique perspectives. Follow these students on Instagram for a glimpse into their day-to-day lives in class, on campus, and exploring the city of Pittsburgh. Use #MyPittStory to find and follow them! 

ACCOLADES

 

Consistently ranked among the top 100 research universities in the world

 

Ranked among the top 20 "Best Public Universities" in the US | U.S. News & World Report

More About Pitt

True Value: Pitt is regularly included in The Princeton Review’s annual “Best Value Colleges” list, a distinction awarded to schools that offer affordable tuition and stellar academic programs while creating strong career prospects for graduates. Considering the knowledge and experience you’ll get, an education at Pitt is time well spent.

Great Minds Up Close: Pitt has a 14:1 student-faculty ratio and a commitment to research and teaching. Our outstanding faculty thrive on sharing their expertise in the classroom. At Pitt, you’re never far from big thinking. 

The City Is Your Campus: Named a “Most Livable City” by The Economist’s “Global Livability Index,” Pittsburgh is a city you’ll be happy to call home. There is something for everyone here with 90 unique neighborhoods to explore—each with its own personality. 

Internships Guaranteed: At Pitt, we don’t just offer internships—we guarantee them for every student. Get connected to Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and top nonprofits. 

Undecided: You may not know what you want to study, and that’s okay! At Pitt, you’ll have plenty of resources at your fingertips so you can mix and match, experiment, and determine what’s best for you. College isn’t the time to limit yourself with “either/or.” It’s the time to explore.

Experience the World: Pitt students can choose from study abroad opportunities in more than 75 countries around the world. The University Center for International Studies brings the world to you through academic programs and outstanding global events on campus. 

Panther Community: At graduation, you’ll join a worldwide network of 331,800+ powerful Pitt alumni. A Pitt degree will take you places: from landing that first job  to taking the lead in business, medicine, government, and research around the world. In fact, 94% of students are employed full-time or enrolled in graduate school within six months of graduation.

Hail to Pitt: Much more than a rallying cheer for Pitt’s 17 Division I athletic teams, Hail to Pitt is an expression of pride and affection for a place where you can have it all: the excitement of urban living with 450+ acres of green space, career-boosting internships, quiet nights studying in the Hogwarts-like Cathedral of Learning, academic rigor, and unforgettable memories with an unapologetically fun student body.

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