Pitt Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 58.08%. Moderately selective, indicating a less competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1360. Above average SAT scores, indicating competitive applicants.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $21,926
- Out-of-State Tuition: $41,430
- Tuition rates are on the higher end, which may reflect the institution's resources or prestige.
Student Population at Pitt:
- Total Enrollment: 35,724, including 1,465 online students
- 25,900 Undergraduate, 9,824 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 42% men, 58% women.
- This is a very large institution, likely offering a vast array of programs, research opportunities, and extracurricular activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 85%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 11%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 92%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 490 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 22 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 228 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Law School, Medical School, Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
Pitt Overview
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus (Pitt) is a four-year, public school located in Pittsburgh, PA. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The Pitt's tuition & fees is $21,926 for Pennsylvania residents and $41,430 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 47% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $15,774.
The school has a total enrollment of 35,724 and the students to faculty ratio is 13 to 1 (7.69%).
Pitt's acceptance rate is 58.08% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 12.99%. The median SAT score is 1360 and the ACT score is 31.
Pitt ranked 117th in National Universities and 13rd in Pennsylvania Colleges rankings. University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is $21,926 for in-state students and $41,430 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $27,580 for in-state students and $46,786 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $22,336 for Pennsylvania residents and $43,029 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $28,106 for Pennsylvania residents and $48,606 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $21,926 | $41,430 |
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| Graduate | $27,580 | $46,786 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $22,336 | $43,029 |
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| Graduate | $28,106 | $48,606 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at Pitt
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, NAVY, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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