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Forged in Progress
Here, we’re focused on the impact and the relentless pursuit of change, for good. The University of Pittsburgh is a top-ranked, public institution in Pennsylvania and member of the Association of American Universities of leading research universities. With our discoveries, we are recognized as one of the most innovative universities in the world. We invent the paths of the future and forge ahead.
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Here, progress is always in progress.
Don't just take our word for it: Pitt is an academic and economic powerhouse that's consistently ranked among the nation's top universities.
History & Achievements
No. 1 Public University in the Northeast
No. 1 Public University in the Northeast
In 2021, the Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings again named the Pittsburgh campus as the No. 1 public university in the Northeastern United States.
Top Producer of U.S. Fulbright Scholars
Top Producer of U.S. Fulbright Scholars
For the ninth time in 10 years, Pitt in 2019 was named one of the nation's top institutions for producing Fulbright students by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.
14:1 Student to Faculty Ratio
14:1 Student to Faculty Ratio
Students at Pitt develop personal relationships with world-renowned faculty members who serve as their mentors.
Top 20 Public University
Top 20 Public University
Pitt is ranked No. 19 on the U.S. News & World Report's 2021 list of Top Public Schools in the nation.
$4.2B PA Economic Impact
$4.2B PA Economic Impact
A proven economic engine, Pitt contributes $4.2 billion to communities throughout Pennsylvania.
94% of Graduates
94% of Graduates
94% of Pitt graduates achieve a successful career outcome within six months.
645 Degrees and Certificate Programs
645 Degrees and Certificate Programs
Pitt is home to 16 schools and colleges that offer a breadth of high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs.