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University of Pittsburgh
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  • 4 Year
  • PITTSBURGH, PA

Report Card

grade A
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Academics
    grade A
  2. Value
    grade B+
  3. Diversity
    grade A
  4. Campus
    grade B+
  5. Athletics
    grade A
  6. Party Scene
    grade A
  7. Professors
    grade A+
  8. Location
    grade A+
  9. Dorms
    grade B minus
  10. Campus Food
    grade C+
  11. Student Life
    grade A+
  12. Safety
    grade B

About

Athletic Division
NCAA Division I-FBS
Athletic Conference
Atlantic Coast Conference
From University of Pittsburgh

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

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University of Pittsburgh Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

Admissions

Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
67%
SAT Range
1250-1470
ACT Range
28-33
Application Fee
$55
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Recommended
Accepts Common App
Yes

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Cost

Net Price
$22,996 / year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$12,822 / year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
78%

Scholarship

Academics

Professors
grade A+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
4:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
75%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 225 responses
55%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 268 responses
43%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 268 responses

Majors

Swanson School of Engineering

academic spotlight

What are you waiting for? There has never been a better time to become an engineer and no better place to start your journey than at the University of Pittsburgh! You'll find programs and degrees in, Bioengineering, Chemical, Petroleum, Civil, Mining, Electrical, Environmental, Computer, Engineering Science, Industrial, Mechanical, Materials Science, and Nuclear.

Online

Programs Offered Entirely Online
0
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
0
How Students Learn
  • Mix of Online and on Campus
    19%
  • On Campus
    81%
  • Online
    0%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
19,251 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
4,634
Undergrads Over 25
3%
Pell Grant
17%
Varsity Athletes
3%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 165 responses
  • Well-rounded
    46%
  • Busy
    21%
  • Independent
    12%
  • Fun
    7%
  • Studious
    5%
  • Outgoing
    2%
  • Supportive
    2%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
No data available  
Poll
67%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 317 responses
Poll
70%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life. 389 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 190 responses
  • Provides a variety of opportunities
    18%
  • Cathedral
    17%
  • Diverse
    17%
  • Passionate
    13%
  • Ambitious
    12%
  • Competitive
    11%
  • Amazing
    5%

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After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$53,900 / year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
84%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
94%
National
83%
79%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 153 responses

University of Pittsburgh Reviews

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