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Financial Aid at the University of Pittsburgh
There are many choices for higher education, but few offer the range of opportunities available at Pitt for a comparable price point. In fact, the University of Pittsburgh is regularly included in The Princeton Review’s annual “Best Value Colleges” list. Pitt also ranks #1 in value among all public colleges and universities in Pennsylvania, according to Kiplinger’s Personal Finance. In short, the University of Pittsburgh offers exemplary value: Pitt puts so much within reach—and in ways that feel truly individualized. Learn more about Pitt financial aid and how it will apply to you by using the tools and links found below.
College Cost Transparency Initiative
The University of Pittsburgh is committed to using the Principles & Standards of the College Cost Transparency Initiative in its student financial aid offer.
Student Success Programs
As part of the University’s commitment to investing in students who have the greatest financial need, the Pitt Pell Plus Program initiative will double any Federal Pell Grant that is awarded to any of Pitt’s undergraduate students on all campuses up to the federal maximum Pell Grant amount up to $7,395. Pitt currently enrolls 5,000+ students who receive Pell Grants, with an average award amount of $4,500.
Student Success Programs
Panthers Forward is a University initiative designed to support student success and reduce the burden of student debt. To be eligible, students must be Pittsburgh-campus seniors who are in good standing with the University and have taken out federal loans to fund their senior year.
Student Success Programs
All valedictorians and salutatorians in the Pittsburgh Public Schools system are guaranteed admission to one of our five Pitt campuses. All eligible students will receive a minimum of $2000* in scholarship funding.
Financial Education for Better Financial Decisions
This financial literacy program is available for students seeking the opportunity to learn the money lessons to navigate through college and beyond. The goal is to empower students with the knowledge and tools to make informed financial decisions and accomplish their financial goals for a lifetime.