The University of Pittsburgh is a leader in education, a pioneer in research, and a partner in regional development. The University has an extensive array of undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs to help student veterans achieve their education and career goals. There are more than 400 degree and certificate programs offered by our 16 schools and four regional campuses. The University of Pittsburgh is institutionally accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Higher Education.
The ratings below reflect the extent to which each organization exceeds the benchmark standards for Military Friendly®.
Academic Policies & Compliance
Military Friendly® Standard
100%
Exceeds Standard
64.29%
Admissions & Orientation
Military Friendly® Standard
100%
Exceeds Standard
57.58%
Culture & Commitment
Military Friendly® Standard
100%
Exceeds Standard
69.23%
Financial Aid & Assistance
Military Friendly® Standard
100%
Exceeds Standard
21.18%
Graduation & Career
Military Friendly® Standard
100%
Exceeds Standard
53.79%
Military Student Support & Retention
Military Friendly® Standard
100%
Exceeds Standard
48.63%
Why you should attend?
The University of Pittsburgh's Office of Veterans Services facilitates the transition of veterans from military to University life, supports their ongoing academic success, and assists veterans, guardsmen, reservists, and active duty military in receiving their educational benefits. The office is actively involved with veteran community organizations and offers other services including academic and financial guidance, per-admissions counseling appointments, career develop and resume workshops, orientation sessions designated for veterans and their families, active duty withdrawal assistance, veteran student groups, programs to attend throughout the semester. and networking opportunities.
Ratings
Top Degrees
A program that prepares individuals to practice the profession of accounting and to perform related business functions. Includes instruction in accounting principles and theory, financial accounting, managerial accounting, cost accounting, budget control, tax accounting, legal aspects of accounting, auditing, reporting procedures, statement analysis, planning and consulting, business information systems, accounting research methods, professional standards and ethics, and applications to specific for-profit, public, and non-profit organizations.
A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, organize, direct, and control the functions and processes of a firm or organization. Includes instruction in management theory, human resources management and behavior, accounting and other quantitative methods, purchasing and logistics, organization and production, marketing, and business decision-making.
A program that focuses on the comprehensive study of communication, and that spans the study of mass communication/media studies, old and new media technologies, social and political applications, and speech communication and rhetoric. Includes instruction in interpersonal, group, organizational, and intercultural communication; theories of communication; critical thinking, argumentation, and persuasion; written communication; printed, electronic, and digital media; rhetorical tradition and criticism; media, society, and culture; consequences and effects of mass media; media social science and criticism; and quantitative and qualitative methods of inquiry.
A program that focuses on computer theory, computing problems and solutions, and the design of computer systems and user interfaces from a scientific perspective. Includes instruction in the principles of computational science, computer development and programming, and applications to a variety of end-use situations.
A program that prepares individuals to perform the duties of police and public security officers, including patrol and investigative activities, traffic control, crowd control and public relations, witness interviewing, evidence collection and management, basic crime prevention methods, weapon and equipment operation and maintenance, report preparation and other routine law enforcement responsibilities.
A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, manage, and analyze the financial and monetary aspects and performance of business enterprises, banking institutions, or other organizations. Includes instruction in principles of accounting, financial instruments, capital planning, funds acquisition, asset and debt management, budgeting, financial analysis, and investments and portfolio management.
A program that prepares individuals for the independent professional practice of law, for taking state and national bar examinations, and for advanced research in jurisprudence. Includes instruction in the theory and practice of the legal system, including the statutory, administrative, and judicial components of civil and criminal law.
A program that prepares individuals for the professional practice of social welfare administration and counseling, and that focus on the study of organized means of providing basic support services for vulnerable individuals and groups. Includes instruction in social welfare policy; case work planning; social counseling and intervention strategies; administrative procedures and regulations; and specific applications in areas such as child welfare and family services, probation, employment services, and disability counseling.
Undergraduate
Graduate
In State
Out of State
In State
Out of State
Tuition
$18,130
$31,102
$22,846
$38,736
Fees
$950
$950
$950
$950
Room
$6,950
$6,950
N/A
N/A
Board
$4,650
$4,650
N/A
N/A
Books
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Other Expenses
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Totals
$30,680
$43,652
N/A
N/A
Approved for Post 9/11 GI Bill
Signed the VA's Principles of Excellence for serving veterans and service members
Utilize the Federal Financial Aid Shopping Sheet
Armed Forces Tuition Assistance (TA) Funding
DOD Voluntary Education Partnership Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Tuition Assistance
Waives the admission application fee for military students and veterans
Awards college credit for passing scores on CLEP exam
Provide admissions events or special admissions information sessions customized for prospective students who are military service members
Customized student orientation program for military students
Mentoring/on-boarding programs for new military students or veterans
Additional scholarships specifically for military students and veterans
In-state tuition without residency requirements for military personnel
Compliant with Section 702 of the Veterans Access, Choice, and Accountability Act of 2014 ("Choice Act")
Active duty or reserve military student returns without penalty after deployment
Returning student receive reimbursement or remission of course fees
