Founded in 1787, the University of Pittsburgh is one of the oldest colleges in the United States. Pitt alumni are famous for having defeated polio, leading the world in organ transplantation, and unlocking the secrets of DNA. Located on 132 acres in the Oakland neighborhood, the Pitt is made up of 16 undergrad and graduate schools and is home to over 28,000 students. The school also includes four regional campuses in Titusville, Bradford, Johnstown and Greensburg.
Book our Pitt Admissions Rate With one application you will be assessed for Honors College, graduate programs and financial aid. Transfer students take into account work-related experience and grades. For more information on admissions, go to http://www.pitt.edu/admissions.
Research Facility Tours
Physical tours of the research facilities are not open to the public, however you can check out the labs at the convenience of your computer. Take a virtual tour of the state-of-the-art laboratories where Pittsburgh researchers push the boundaries of knowledge. To start your tour, go to http://pre.tour.pitt.edu/tour-categories/research-labs.
FAQs
Who should I contact about taking a tour?
Campus tours are offered Monday-Friday from 9am - 3 pm, every hour on the hour. Tours will leave from the lobby of Alumni Hall and typically last between 60-90 minutes. Make your reservation today!
How can alumni still keep in touch?
The Pitt Alumni Association is renowned for its heavy involvement. The Association enriches and engages nearly 25,000 alumni worldwide. It is the ideal gateway for global networking for alumni and students. For more information, go to http://www.pitt.edu/alumni.