Admissions Overview
The admission process at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus has a 50% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $55. University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
50%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
58,416
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
16%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus has a 50% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $55. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$55
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus. About 41% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,270 to 1,450. Additionally, about 11% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 29 to 33.
SAT Scores
41% of students submitted400
1600
1270 – 1450
200
800
640 – 720
200
800
630 – 730
ACT Scores
11% of students submitted1
36
29 – 33
1
36
27 – 35
1
36
26 – 35
Admission Statistics
58,416 students applied to Pitt. Of those, 50% were accepted (29,034 students). Of these 29,034 accepted students, 4,549 chose to enroll.
58,416
Total Applicants
29,034
Students Admitted
4,549
Students Enrolled
50%
Acceptance Rate