First-Year Student
We’re so excited that you’re interested in applying to the Pittsburgh Campus! Let us walk you through what you need to know and keep these tips in mind as you complete the application process.
Admissions Process
We operate on a rolling admission policy, which means that there’s no set deadline for applying to Pitt. We review applications and make admissions decisions throughout the year, so it’s to your advantage to apply early—it’ll help you stay ahead of deadlines for scholarships, Pitt Honors, and our Graduate School Guaranteed Admissions Programs. We look for a solid senior year curriculum as part of our admissions review, so make sure to keep up the good work your senior year. Every application receives a holistic review by taking traditional measures of academic achievement into account, while also looking for what makes you unique and a good fit for Pitt.
During this process, we’ll ask you to rank your campus preferences, so learn about all that each of our four regional campuses has to offer. We’ll also ask you which of our first-year entry schools you would like to apply to and whether or not you would like to apply for consideration to Pitt Honors and/or one of our Guaranteed Admissions Programs. Make sure you’re ready with your answers when you start the application! Please note: First-year students who complete and submit an application for admission and all required materials by December 1 are automatically considered for University of Pittsburgh academic scholarships.
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Complete your online application for admission
This can be the University of Pittsburgh Application, the Common Application, or the Coalition Application–we accept all three and do not prefer one over the other. -
Submit your Self-Reported Academic Record (SRAR)
Completing the SRAR is easy–just fill it out to match your transcript exactly. -
Submit your Official SAT or ACT results (if applicable)
We will take your highest ACT composite score and your highest SAT superscore. Please note that the university has extended the test-optional program through Fall 2023.
Personal Statement
A personal statement is your opportunity to communicate directly with the Admissions Committee and is required to be considered for scholarships.
Test-Optional Announcement
The University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh campus is expanding the test-optional policy through Fall 2023.
Pitt Honors
The University of Pittsburgh has a distinguished Honors College. Pitt Honors provides academic challenges, inspires individual effort, encourages self-discovery, and fosters a nurturing community.
Guaranteed Admission
When you complete the online application for admission, you may request to be reviewed for a particular program by selecting from a drop-down menu of the Guaranteed Admissions Programs.