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Applying to Pitt
Rolling Admissions
We operate on a rolling admission policy and although there is no specific deadline to apply for admission, it is to your advantage to plan ahead and apply early.
Learn MoreKey Dates
School of Medicine Guaranteed Admissions Application Deadline
Academic Scholarships Priority Review Application Deadline
What We Need From You
Application
Apply online and apply early using the freshmen application.
Fee
$45 application fee, payable online.
Academic Record
Self-Reported Academic Record (SRAR) or official high school transcript.
Short Answer Questions
Not required, but highly recommended.
SAT/ACT Scores
Arrange for official test results to be forwarded directly to Pitt from the testing agency.
Transfer in Fall, Spring, or Summer
Successful candidates usually present a strong record of previous college study. The Transfer Credit/GPA Guidelines will give you an idea of what each school/college recommends.
LEARN MOREKey Dates
Fall Term Classes Begin
Fall Term Add/Drop Period Ends
What We Need From You
Application
Apply online using the transfer application.
Fee
$45 application fee, payable online.
Academic Record
Transcripts from all colleges or universities attended and official high school transcript.
SAT/ACT Scores
If you have previously taken either the SAT or ACT and you are in your first year of college, please arrange for all your official test results to be forwarded directly to Pitt from the testing agency.
Rolling Admissions
Plan ahead and submit your application and required admission materials early, especially if your academic credentials are international.
LEARN MOREKey Dates
Freshmen Fall term (August) application deadline
Transfer Fall term (August) application deadline
Freshmen and Transfer Spring term (January) application deadline
What We Need From You
Application
Apply online and apply early using the international application.
Fee
$45 application fee, payable online.
TOEFL and SAT/ACT Scores
Arrange for official test results to be forwarded directly to Pitt from the testing agency.
Academic Record
Official secondary school transcript with outside credential evaluation.
Short Answer Questions
Please complete all three short answer questions.
Thank You for Serving Our Country
More than 500 veterans call themselves Pitt Panthers. Start by scheduling a Pre-College Advising Appointment through the Office of Veterans Services.
LEARN MOREKey Dates
Fall Term Classes Begin
Fall Term Add/Drop Period Ends
What We Need From You
Application
If you have not attended any schools since high school graduation, please complete our transfer application, and leave the “College Information” section of the application blank. If you have attended a college, university or other post-secondary school after graduating from high school or earning a GED, apply using our transfer application and make sure to complete the “College Information” section of the application.
Fee
Veterans are eligible for an application fee waiver.
Academic Record
Official high school transcript and official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended (if transferring from another post-secondary school).
Essay
Self presentation in the form of a personal essay about experiences in the military, additional training, leadership opportunities, educational pursuits, and/or advancements/promotions, will help the admissions committee in its holistic review process.
SAT/ACT Scores
If you have taken the SAT/ACT and you are in your first year of college, please arrange for all of your official test results to be forwarded directly to Pitt from the testing agency. Veterans will be exempted from the SAT/ACT requirement by applying for admission to the College of General Studies.
Supplemental Materials
Military transcripts or other supportive documents such as letters of recommendation may also be provided.