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University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus

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University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus campus
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Admission rate
58%
Accessible
Average net price
$29,362
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
86%
Median earnings
$73,113
10 years after enrolling

Summary

University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is a public college in Pittsburgh, PA with 20,370 undergraduates. It admits 58% of applicants, and admitted students average 1370 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $29,362 per year ($16,477 for families earning under $30,000). 86% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $73,113 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
58%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
58,416
Fall 2023
Admitted
29,034
Fall 2023
Yield
16%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing640–720
200800
SAT Math640–740
200800
ACT Composite29–33
136

What University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPAConsidered
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$38,719
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$22,736
Out-of-state tuition
$43,432

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$16,477
  • $30–48k$15,485
  • $48–75k$19,080
  • $75–110k$28,146
  • $110k+$35,864

Get a personal estimate with University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
86%
Freshman retention
92%
Median earnings
$73,113
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$23,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
20,370
Student–faculty ratio
13:1
Receive Pell grants
17%
  • White61%
  • Hispanic7%
  • Black5%
  • Asian15%

University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus FAQ

What is University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus's acceptance rate?+

University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus admits 58% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 640–720 on SAT Reading and Writing and 640–740 on SAT Math; the average total is 1370.

What ACT score do you need for University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 29–33.

Is University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus?+

In Fall 2023, 58,416 students applied to University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus and 29,034 were admitted; 4,549 enrolled.

Does University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus consider legacy status?+

No. University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus require an essay?+

University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $38,719 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $29,362.

What is University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus's graduation rate?+

86% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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