University of Pittsburgh Tuition and Fees

University of Pittsburgh Tuition

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      By Kelly Boyer Sagert

      (Last Updated – 06/2025)

      Founded in 1787, the University of Pittsburgh is a well regarded public research institution with numerous accolades. In 2025, the university tied for the #32 spot on the national list of top public universities by U.S. News & World Report.

      Total Cost of Attendance

      The University of Pittsburgh tuition for Pennsylvania residents was $21,926 in 2024-25. This is almost double the national average of $11,260 for in-state tuition at public institutions. For out-of-state residents, Pitt tuition was $41,430, which is higher than the national average of $29,150 for out-of-state residents. Fortunately, there is Pitt financial aid available.

      Costs for 2024-2025

      Student Type

      In-State

      Out-of-State

      Tuition & Fees

      $21,926

      $41,430

      Books & Supplies

      $596

      $596

      Room & Board

      $13,620

      $13,620

      Other Expenses

      $3,014

      $3,014

      Total Cost of Attendance

      $39,156

      $58,660

      Financial Aid

      The majority of students, 84%, receive some form of Pitt financial aid, including scholarships, grants, loans, or a combination.

      Explore financial aid options: Pennsylvania Student Loans & Scholarships.

      Generally, financial aid is monetary assistance awarded to students based on personal need and merit. Students who qualify for financial aid can use it to pay for college costs like tuition, books, and living expenses.

      The federal government is the largest provider of student financial aid. However, aid can also be given by state governments, colleges and universities, private companies, and nonprofits. The different types include:

      •  Scholarships: These can be awarded by schools and other organizations based on students’ academic excellence, athletic achievement, community involvement, job experience, field of study, or financial need.

      •  Grants: Generally based on financial need, these can come from federal, state, private, or nonprofit organizations.

      •  Work-study: This federal program provides qualifying students with part-time employment to earn money for expenses while in school.

      •  Federal student loans: This is money borrowed directly from the U.S. Department of Education. It comes with fixed interest rates that are typically lower than private loans.

      Colleges, universities, and state agencies use the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine financial aid eligibility. The FAFSA can be completed online, but note that state and federal and school deadlines may differ.

      You can find other financial aid opportunities on databases such as:

      •  US Department of Education – Search for grants from colleges and universities by state

      •  College Scholarship Service Profile (CSS) – A global college scholarship application used by select institutions to award financial aid

      •  Scholarship Search Tool

      Recommended: The Differences Between Grants, Scholarships, and Loans

      Private Student Loans

      Of those who take out student loans, approximately 20% have private student loans to help cover the University of Pittsburgh cost. The private loans average $12,551 or higher.

      Private loans are funded by private organizations such as banks, online lenders, credit unions, some schools, and state-based or -affiliated organizations. While Federal student loans have interest rates that are regulated by Congress, private lenders follow a different set of regulations so their qualifications and interest rates can vary widely.

      What’s more, private loans have variable or fixed interest rates that may be higher than federal loan interest rates, which are always fixed. Private lenders may (but don’t always) require you to make payments on your loans while you are still in school, compared to federal student loans which you don’t have to start paying back until after you graduate, leave school, or change your enrollment status to less than half-time.

      Private loans don’t have a specific application window and can be applied for on an as-needed basis. However, if you think you may need to take out a private loan, it’s a good idea to submit your FAFSA first to see what federal aid you may qualify for, since it generally has better rates and terms.

      If you’ve missed the FAFSA deadline or you’re struggling to pay for school during the year, private loans can potentially help you make your tuition payments. Just keep in mind that you will need enough lead time for your loan to process and for your lender to send money to your school.

      Recommended: Guide to Private Student Loans

      Projected 4-Year-Degree Price

      The University of Pittsburgh cost for four years, based on 2024-25 numbers, would be $156,624 for Pennsylvania students. This is substantially higher than the average tuition and all costs of public universities of $115,360 for in-state students.

      For residents of other states, the four-year cost would be $234,640, which is also higher than the national average of $186,920 for out-of-state tuition and other expenses.

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      Undergraduate Tuition and Fees

      Costs for 2024-25

      Student Type

      In-State

      Out-of-State

      Tuition & Fees

      $21,926

      $41,430

      Books

      $596

      $596

      Total

      $22,522

      $42,026

      The combined cost of Pitt tuition and fees plus room and board for in-state students was $33,440 in 2022-23. The cost was $49,680 for residents of other states.

      Graduate Tuition and Fees

      Costs for 2024-25

      Student Type

      In-State

      Out-of-State

      Tuition

      $26,350

      $45,556

      Fees

      $1,230

      $1,230

      Total

      $27,580

      $46,786

      University of Pittsburgh tuition and fees for graduate school was $27,580 for state residents and $46,786 for those from out of state. The overall national average for master’s degrees is $21,730 per year.

      There are many options for graduate loans that can help with these costs.

      Cost per Credit Hour

      The cost per credit hour for in-state students was approximately $1,142 in 2024-25. The cost was approximately $2,225 for non-Pennsylvania residents.

      Campus Housing Expenses

      Costs for 2024-25

      Student Type

      On-Campus

      Off-Campus

      Room & Board

      $13,620

      $1,180/mo*

      Other Expenses

      $3,014

      $3,014

      *Based on one-bedroom pricing. Average rate based on available apartments on the University of Pittsburgh’s off-campus housing website in 2025.

      At Pitt, freshmen can live on campus in first-year dorm-style housing. Upperclassmen have the option to live in apartment-style residences or off-campus.

      University of Pittsburgh Acceptance Rate

      Fall 2023

      Number of Applications

      Number Accepted

      Percentage Accepted

      58,416

      29,208

      50%

      The acceptance rate at the University of Pittsburgh was 50% in 2023.

      Admission Requirements

      Here’s what you’ll need to apply to the University of Pittsburgh.

      Required:

      •  Secondary school record, or SRAR (self-reported academic record)

      •  Personal statement (required for scholarship consideration and test-optional applicants as of 2025)

      •  English proficiency test may be required

      Recommended:

      •  Personal statement (for those who are not being considered for scholarships or who are providing test scores)

      •  SAT or ACT scores

      Good news for prospective students: Pitt operates on a rolling admission schedule, which means there are no deadlines to apply.

      SAT and ACT Scores

      The University is currently test-optional. As of Fall 2023, 41% of applicants submitted SAT scores and 12% submitted ACT scores. Here are the standardized test scores at the 25th and 75th percentile.

      Subject

      25th Percentile

      75th Percentile

      SAT Evidence-Based
      Reading/Writing

      640

      720

      SAT Math

      630

      730

      ACT Composite

      29

      33

      ACT English

      27

      35

      ACT Math

      26

      31

      Graduation Rate

      Here are the graduation rates at Pitt for those who started attending in Fall 2017.

      •  4 years: 71%

      •  6 years: 84%

      Post-Graduation Median Earnings

      Students earning a Bachelor’s degree at the University of Pittsburgh can expect to earn, on average, $66,125 per year. This figure is just slightly lower than the national average of $68,516 a year.

      Bottom Line

      The University of Pittsburgh tuition can be higher than the tuition at some other schools. However, the fact that the school is ranked highly as a public university may make it worth the price of admission, as does its array of offerings. Fortunately, there are plenty of financial aid options that could help make the cost of a U Pitt education more affordable for you, such as federal and/or private student loans.

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