University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Top Questions

The University of Pittsburgh is a place where students can be focused and successful with their career paths while still having an exciting social life including volunteer work, clubs, and anything else a student would want to be involved with.

Pitt is bursting with spirit and pride for its phenomenal academics, activities, and athletics.

Out to get my money that I don't have.

Just big enough

An academically focused, friendly, and spirited campus.

There is always something fun going on, no matter what your interests may be.

Colleges, despite size, will come with challenges that you will have to face without your parents by your side. Your first semester will be a huge transition and you might or might not have difficulty coping. I was lucky to come to a small campus before transferring to a bigger one within two years. It has given me insight on the type of student and worker I am, and this knowledge is vital for the progresion of my college career. I have learned how to make myself known to teachers, and have been given the advantage of learning that.

At the University of Pittsburgh, school spirit is pervasive - students are serious about their studies but also willing to take advantage of everything that the campus, as well as the city, have to offer.

The University of Pittsburgh is a vibrant, intelligent, and fun school that allows you to get involved with campus activities and make your transition to college an exciting, enjoyable time.

A wonderfully well-run, beautiful, clean, welcoming, unique institution in a stimulating, affordable city.

The University of Pittsburgh provides exceptional academic and social opportunities, a beautiful campus and numerous benefits that come with living in an urban environment, as well as an exceptional faculty, resources, and advisory programs that will provide me with the means to achieve my full potential as a pre-med student.

Hail To Pitt!

A fantastic city university that is dedicated to its students success and betterment.

It's small enough that nothing is more than a 20 minute walk away. Lower campus has 2 main streets (forbes and fifth avenue) that run parallel to each other and have most of the things you'll need. Upper campus is a 5-10 minute walk upwards (campus is pretty hilly) and is more suburban. It has some dorms and athletic buildings. (I use the word campus, but keep in mind it's not a closed campus. Thus, while there is a disproportionate amount of academic buildings and college kids, there are still typical businesses and normal people walking around, especially hospital employees.) Maybe the best way to see what campus looks like (aside from actually visiting) is using google earth and taking a virtual tour using street view. Some areas might be a little outdated, but it's a great way to walk around campus virtually.

Does not care about students.

My school is very open-minded, dedicated, inclusive

University of Pittsburgh is a fantastic experience.

A great college for students interested in a liberal arts education or a specialized degree from one of the schools: School of Nursing, Business etc.

The University of Pittsburgh's main campus is very spread out over Oakland, which is why the city of Oakland is referred to as "our campus".