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QS Rank:

275

University of Pittsburgh

Pennsylvania

United States

Overview

The University of Pittsburgh is a state-related research university, founded as the Pittsburgh Academy in 1787. Pitt is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), which comprises 64 preeminent doctorate-granting research institutions in North America. Pitt students, alumni, and faculty members have won Nobel and Pulitzer Prizes, Rhodes Scholarships and NCAA championships, among many other honors.

Location

4200 5th Ave, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15260

Website

https://admissions.pitt.edu/apply/

Total Cost

$41,662

Median Salary

$54,819

Ranking

#62

US World and News Report

#144

The World University Rankings

#275

QS World University Rankings

Admissions

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Application Deadline

Acceptance rate

58.08%

Yield Rate

12.99%

SAT range

640-720

ACT range

29-33

Cost and Scholarships

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Total Cost

$41,662

In State Cost

$20,966

Out of State Cost

$41,662

In State Tuition Fees

$20,966

Room And Board

$14,720

Living Cost

$18,168

Average Total Aid Awarded

$18,561

Funding Options

Scholarship

Merit Scholarship

Need-Based Aid

47.27% of students receive financial aid. Average award: $18,561.

Scholarships

Merit-Based Scholarships - First-year students who submit their application and all required materials by December 1 are considered for University of Pittsburgh academic scholarships.; Need-Based Grants and Scholarships (USD 19,019) - Available to students demonstrating financial need. In Fall 2023, 46% of first-year students received need-based financial aid, with an average need-based scholarship or grant of $19,019. Requires FAFSA and CSS Profile submission for 2026-27 consideration.; Federal Loans and Work-Study Opportunities (USD 3,699) - Need-based self-help aid, including federal loans and work-study opportunities, averaged $3,699 for first-year students. Requires FAFSA and CSS Profile submission for 2026-27 consideration.