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With a demonstrated spirit of tackling the unachievable for over 230 years, Pitt is making the most innovative future imaginable today.
340k
alumni worldwide
Top
2%
of universities worldwide
#
1
Public University in Pennsylvania
96%
placement post-graduation
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Campus snapshots
Naturally curious
Gretchen Rosado questions everything. For the budding scientist and researcher, it’s a skill that’s paying off.
Modeling wellness
They’re so excited about the new wellness center that they built their own.
Startup successes
Five new companies founded by Pitt researchers aim to improve wound care, cancer immunotherapy, chronic pain care and more.
More Stories
Career-Ready Graduates
Pitt is a ‘New Ivy’
The University produces the most employable graduates of any public school in Pennsylvania, even “outpacing Ivy Leaguers,” according to Forbes.
Read on Pittwire
Another powerful gift
Pitt is expanding its musculoskeletal care and research with a strategic investment from the Orland Bethel family
Already a leader in its field, the Orland Bethel Family Musculoskeletal Research Center will use the family’s latest gift to further advance research, commercialization and training.
Read on Pittwire
Smarter assistive tech
Pitt researchers are developing a novel wheelchair system
The Human Engineering Research Lab is leading the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health project, a first for the University.
Explore the impact
Building real-world skills
Coming soon: Pitt’s first online undergraduate degree
The new Bachelor of Science in Health Informatics curriculum will blend health care knowledge, data science and emerging technology to prepare students to lead in a rapidly evolving digital health landscape.
Find out more
Connect
Degree Programs
Visit Campus
Apply
What’s Possible at Pitt
Our strength is our people: Meet the students, researchers and employees who transform ideas into action.
Mitch Bell
An alum with a knack for assistive tech hacks.
Erin Clark
This sports fan, radio host and honors student proves you can follow your passions at Pitt.
Brenden Peifer
Inspired by August Wilson, he’s teaching the next generation of performers.
Meghna Hingorani
Everybody's bestie thrives in business and dreams of Bollywood.
Benjamin Davies
A urologist and mentor who’s closing gaps in health care.
Nicholas Johnbosco
A guide to campus buildings and uncomfortable conversations.
LauraEllen Ashcraft
Building bridges to connect people and research.
Ryan Steinly
A Frederick Honors College student fluent in language and justice.
Anaya Joynes
A Pitt engineering student who leads by example.
Isabel Lam
A change-maker who landed a red carpet role.
Asher Hancock
This engineer wants to put autonomous vehicles in the sky.
Brianna Ross
A Maryland Teacher of the Year who leads with love.
Mia Achitoov
A future doctor who values elders and offers comfort in the hospital and beyond.
Jim Withers
His Street Medicine Institute provides “street rounds” and social services to people who live outdoors.
Lillian Chong
This creative chemist helped crack a COVID-19 mystery.
Olivia Miller
A gymnast using the power of positivity.
Richard Su Fang
The U.S. Presidential Scholar is already exploring research opportunities and taking on leadership roles.
Danielle Obisie-Orlu
The Allegheny County Youth Poet Laureate with a 30-year plan.
Catherine Cavanaugh
This nationally lauded scholar is helping Spanish speakers learn complex science.
Toya Jones
Studying trauma and its impact.
See More Spotlights
Picture Yourself at Pitt
Schenley Quad
Schenley Quadrangle
contains five of Pitt’s 14 residence halls.
Schenley Park
Schenley Park
, with 456 acres of trails, woods and attractions, is a quick walk or bike ride from the Pittsburgh campus.
Cathedral of Learning
The 42-story
Cathedral of Learning
(“Cathy” to many students) stands at the heart of the Pittsburgh campus.
Acrisure Stadium
Acrisure Stadium is home to
Pitt Panthers football
.
The Allegheny River
Pittsburgh is home to 440-plus bridges—more than any other city, even Venice—and three rivers.
Panther Statue
Students rub the nose of the Pitt Panther statue on campus for good luck on exams.
Skip to main content
Hail
to possible
Play video
With a demonstrated spirit of tackling the unachievable for over 230 years, Pitt is making the most innovative future imaginable today.
340k
alumni worldwide
Top
2%
of universities worldwide
#
1
Public University in Pennsylvania
96%
placement post-graduation
More Rankings
Campus snapshots
Naturally curious
Gretchen Rosado questions everything. For the budding scientist and researcher, it’s a skill that’s paying off.
Modeling wellness
They’re so excited about the new wellness center that they built their own.
Startup successes
Five new companies founded by Pitt researchers aim to improve wound care, cancer immunotherapy, chronic pain care and more.
More Stories
Career-Ready Graduates
Pitt is a ‘New Ivy’
The University produces the most employable graduates of any public school in Pennsylvania, even “outpacing Ivy Leaguers,” according to Forbes.
Read on Pittwire
Another powerful gift
Pitt is expanding its musculoskeletal care and research with a strategic investment from the Orland Bethel family
Already a leader in its field, the Orland Bethel Family Musculoskeletal Research Center will use the family’s latest gift to further advance research, commercialization and training.
Read on Pittwire
Smarter assistive tech
Pitt researchers are developing a novel wheelchair system
The Human Engineering Research Lab is leading the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health project, a first for the University.
Explore the impact
Building real-world skills
Coming soon: Pitt’s first online undergraduate degree
The new Bachelor of Science in Health Informatics curriculum will blend health care knowledge, data science and emerging technology to prepare students to lead in a rapidly evolving digital health landscape.
Find out more
Connect
Degree Programs
Visit Campus
Apply
What’s Possible at Pitt
Our strength is our people: Meet the students, researchers and employees who transform ideas into action.
Mitch Bell
An alum with a knack for assistive tech hacks.
Erin Clark
This sports fan, radio host and honors student proves you can follow your passions at Pitt.
Brenden Peifer
Inspired by August Wilson, he’s teaching the next generation of performers.
Meghna Hingorani
Everybody's bestie thrives in business and dreams of Bollywood.
Benjamin Davies
A urologist and mentor who’s closing gaps in health care.
Nicholas Johnbosco
A guide to campus buildings and uncomfortable conversations.
LauraEllen Ashcraft
Building bridges to connect people and research.
Ryan Steinly
A Frederick Honors College student fluent in language and justice.
Anaya Joynes
A Pitt engineering student who leads by example.
Isabel Lam
A change-maker who landed a red carpet role.
Asher Hancock
This engineer wants to put autonomous vehicles in the sky.
Brianna Ross
A Maryland Teacher of the Year who leads with love.
Mia Achitoov
A future doctor who values elders and offers comfort in the hospital and beyond.
Jim Withers
His Street Medicine Institute provides “street rounds” and social services to people who live outdoors.
Lillian Chong
This creative chemist helped crack a COVID-19 mystery.
Olivia Miller
A gymnast using the power of positivity.
Richard Su Fang
The U.S. Presidential Scholar is already exploring research opportunities and taking on leadership roles.
Danielle Obisie-Orlu
The Allegheny County Youth Poet Laureate with a 30-year plan.
Catherine Cavanaugh
This nationally lauded scholar is helping Spanish speakers learn complex science.
Toya Jones
Studying trauma and its impact.
See More Spotlights
Picture Yourself at Pitt
Schenley Quad
Schenley Quadrangle
contains five of Pitt’s 14 residence halls.
Schenley Park
Schenley Park
, with 456 acres of trails, woods and attractions, is a quick walk or bike ride from the Pittsburgh campus.
Cathedral of Learning
The 42-story
Cathedral of Learning
(“Cathy” to many students) stands at the heart of the Pittsburgh campus.
Acrisure Stadium
Acrisure Stadium is home to
Pitt Panthers football
.
The Allegheny River
Pittsburgh is home to 440-plus bridges—more than any other city, even Venice—and three rivers.
Panther Statue
Students rub the nose of the Pitt Panther statue on campus for good luck on exams.