University of Pittsburgh
About University of Pittsburgh
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Pitt is a public research university in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It is known for its medical center, philosophy department (ranked number one in the English-speaking world), and strong programs in engineering, business, and health sciences.
Founded
1787
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Students
30,194
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
58.1%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
85.5%
Above national average
In-State Tuition
$21,926
Out-of-state: $41,430
Avg Net Price
$30,434
After financial aid
SAT Average
1370
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$66,125
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
58.1 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$55
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
University of Pittsburgh accepts 58.1% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1370/ 1600
ACT Scores
31/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
85.5% complete their degree within six years
Retention
92%
4-Year Grad
69%
6-Year Grad
84%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
80.7%
$/Student
$21.7K
Class Size
Medium
69% of students graduate on time, and 80.7% of courses are taught by full-time faculty. That personal instruction helps keep students on track.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$21,926
In-State
$41,430
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$13,620
Books & Supplies
$596
Total Cost of Attendance
$38,105
After Financial Aid
$30,434
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$14,709
Receive Grants
14%
Take Loans
36.1%
The full cost of attendance is about $38,105/yr for in-state students, including $13,620 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $30,434. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $41,430.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at University of Pittsburgh fund their education.
While in School
14%
Get Grants
Free money
36.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$81,308
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$24,250
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$257/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 36.1% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $24,250. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends University of Pittsburgh.
Gender
57.9%
Female
42%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
20,370
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
9,824
Graduates
21%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
2.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 58% of the student body. 21% are first-generation college students.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
20,370
Students
public
Institution
Large
Campus Size
R1 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
What Students Say
Pros
- +Oakland neighborhood is walkable and student-friendly
- +Cathedral of Learning is an iconic campus landmark
- +UPMC access is unmatched for health sciences
- +Affordable city with great food and sports culture
Cons
- -Pittsburgh weather is gray and rainy much of the year
- -Hilly campus with lots of steep walks
- -Large university bureaucracy can be frustrating
- -Some surrounding neighborhoods have safety concerns
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
University of Pittsburgh fields 11 varsity teams with 657 student athletes, about 3% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I-FBS
Conference
Atlantic Coast
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
657
3% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
52% / 48%
343
Men
314
Women
7
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of Pittsburghearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$66,125
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Research and Experimental Psychology
—
448 grads
Biology, General
$34K
308 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$72K
308 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer Science
$78K
195 grads
1yr Earnings
Finance and Financial Management Services
$61K
182 grads
1yr Earnings
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies
$36K
170 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $54K at six years, $50K at eight, and $66K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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