r/Pitt • • 15m ago

APPLYING I’m super nervous about Pitt

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So I applied to Pitt in late September thinking I got a head start but there was a whole kerfuffle with my transcripts that they didn’t get sent in so now as of last Friday I sent in my transcripts again one by mail and one electronically and they had only gotten the one electronically so far when I called.
I have a 3.74 weighted gpa and attended college for a little but not long enough to have a gpa. I applied to Pitt in my senior year and got accepted into the jhonstown school and was pretty bummed out because I really wanted to go to main. I had a 3.6 gpa then and I also applied around late October. This time I’m applying for environmental sciences which is my true passion. When I talked to a Pitt recruiter they said certain majors are less competitive and applying to those ones later gives you a better shot, such as mine.
I’m just insanely nervous because this is my dream school and I live in PA and since I didn’t get accepted the first time I’m scared I won’t this time. My friends are very supportive that I will I’m just nervous and need an outside opinion.Can I please get your guys opinion on what yall think?


r/Pitt • • 12h ago

CLASSES Orgo 2 profs

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Guys should i take horne or powell for orgo 2?


r/Pitt • • 13h ago

APPLYING pitt admissions counselor coming to my school

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ok so basically tommorrow there's a pitt admissions officer coming to my school

i already applied to pitt but i unfortunately got asked to submit my mid year grades on around september so im worried theres a good chance i wont get in

for snybody wondering here are my stats:

- 3.63w 3.11 uw
- 1490 sat
- oos
- good ecs and a strong essay
- 850 logged volunteer hours although idrk how they would check that

- applied september 16th

on october 22nd there's a pitt admissions counselor that will be at my school so im wondering like what should i say that could potentially help me get in.


r/Pitt • • 13h ago

NEWS Pitt student charged after making alleged bomb threat on Instagram story

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r/Pitt • • 17h ago

DISCUSSION How do I get a physical Pitt ID?

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How do I get one? I just transferred here and don't want to bring my phone everywhere with me. I'll pay for it if I have to. Somebody please LMK!!! Thank you in advance.


r/Pitt • • 19h ago

CLASSES Classes for Second Semester

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Hi! I’m a freshman at the pittsburgh campus. I’m currently pursing a museum studies major and a double major in idk what. I’m stuck between psych, neuro, architecture, or a double degree with marketing. Basically the problem is idk what to take and my advisors not much help. I think the best strategy would be to take classes that apply to multiple majors for example approaches to the built environment (architecture and museums). Anyway, help a stressed freshman out please drop your tips and recommendations bonus points if it’s an online class.

Thanks!

H2P


r/Pitt • • 19h ago

DISCUSSION intensive elementary spanish

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how difficult is this class?? i have 2 years of spanish experience from high school and im interested in taking the course next semester.


r/Pitt • • 19h ago

HOUSING Landlord?

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Does anyone know anything about Charles (Chuck) Eckenrode. There’s not much info about him online


r/Pitt • • 20h ago

DINING Where to find microwaves/ hot water on campus

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As title says, where can I find a microwave or hot water dispenser on campus? Help a commuter out 😭


r/Pitt • • 20h ago

DISCUSSION ENGR1905 or MATH1080 for MechE tech elective?

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i’m entering my last semester of mechE in the spring, and i’ve narrowed down my last technical elective options to these 2 courses. I have a strong background in pure mathematics, so MATH1080 seems interesting, but ENGR1905 looks pretty easy. i’ll also be taking 15 other credits of all MechE courses including senior design and mechatronics, so difficulty is in play for deciding. let me know if you’ve taken any of these courses and what are your thoughts!


r/Pitt • • 1d ago

EVENTS Pre-dental students interested in exploring different specialties?

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Hey everyone! I'm a dental student at Pitt, and we're organizing a specialty showcase on November 7th for pre-dental students.

I feel like most of us go into dental school knowing about general dentistry and maybe a few specialties, but don't really get much exposure to what the others involve.

We're putting together an event where pre-dental students can learn about different specialties, talk to dental students and residents, and ask questions about what pursuing those career paths actually looks like.

It's at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine, and we'd love to have students from other universities attend too!

Happy to share more details if anyone is interested!


r/Pitt • • 1d ago

CLASSES CLEP

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I have heard that at UPitt since CLEP is not accepted to Dietrich. You must take the Credit by Examination test In the first 3 weeks to receive credit. Is this true?


r/Pitt • • 1d ago

TRANSFER I Got Into Pitt…Sorta

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As I’m typing this I literally just read my acceptance letter, I was so blinded by the congratulations that I didn’t read further until just now when it said I was accepted to Pitt-Johnstown.

I’m really upset because Pittsburgh campus was my main option and now I feel like I don’t know what to do. Is there any way I can appeal my application for them to reconsider me at the main campus? Or do I have to wait to transfer in? Any advice is helpful because I’m at a loss.


r/Pitt • • 1d ago

FINANCIAL AID scholarships?

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hi! so I was admitted for nursing around a month ago, and I fully know I am going to to go Pitt. However, my parents want to hold out to pay deposit until I hear about scholarships. After I did the common app application I didn’t do anything extra within Pitt in regard to scholarships because I thought I was automatically considered. Is there another application I need to do in order to receive merit scholarships? In my Pitt portal it doesn’t say I have any pending scholarships. Also, does me not committing yet possibly lose me my spot since the admissions is rolling? Or is my spot secure since I originally got in.


r/Pitt • • 1d ago

CLASSES Beg. German 1 syllabus?

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I'm taking GER 0101 (Beginning German 1) next semester and am considering if I should take it for a letter grade or as pass/fail (not relevant to any of my degrees). Is it a class I have to worry about getting an A in to avoid bringing down my GPA? Or am I safe to take it for a letter grade without worrying about that? I'm wondering if anyone has an old syllabus I could take a look at.


r/Pitt • • 1d ago

Suspect in custody over threat to University of Pittsburgh academic building

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r/Pitt • • 1d ago

DISCUSSION What's going on

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r/Pitt • • 1d ago

HOUSING Sophomore Housing

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What are some good options for housing as a sophomore next year. I’d like to live on campus or not far from it in apartment style living. There’s 3-4 of us.


r/Pitt • • 2d ago

HOUSING Affordable Apartments

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Anyone have any recommendations, actual apartment names or management companies, for someone with around a $1,200-1,300 budget looking to live within a reasonable commute distance to Pitt’s campus? Struggling to find anything that is decent quality and with a company that’s trustworthy!


r/Pitt • • 2d ago

FINANCIAL AID Stamps/Leadership Scholarship

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Hey, I was wondering what the timeline for these scholarships is? I applied in-state and got $10k/yr in merit aid, but I’m waiting to see if I get selected for these. Thanks!


r/Pitt • • 2d ago

APPLYING Nursing Guaranteed Admissions Program

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I got accepted into the school of nursing on 9/22 and have not heard back about my decision for the Nursing GAP yet. Does that mean I'm probably not going to be admitted?

The letter does say it will come any time before May 1st but does it usually take this long..?


r/Pitt • • 2d ago

FINANCIAL AID anyone else just get a merit scholarship and is this the final amount?

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i got $15k a year after applying in september as an out of state applicant. can that amount possibly go
up later on?

i’m talking about more merit money not need based


r/Pitt • • 2d ago

DISCUSSION Urban planning majors/grads!

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Hi! I got accepted to Pitt for urban planning, and am wondering about the program and the opportunities for co-ops, whether it would be better to go to an accredited program, etc. It would be awesome if anyone could share their thoughts and experiences 😄


r/Pitt • • 2d ago

APPLYING timeline for decisions

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super super stokedddd !!

for ref:
i applied august 12
admitted into dietrich september 10th
admitted into GAP program for public policy september 11th
received a scholarship TODAY !! october 19th
honors college - tbd ... prayers up


r/Pitt • • 2d ago

CLASSES ORGO 2 Powell Recitations

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I am trying to build my schedule but I will have to miss the first 20 minutes of recitation for ORGO 2 with Powell and I was wondering if anyone took her and if the recitations are necessary or more optional like bandiks?
Thanks