University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Overview
The School of Arts and Sciences offers undergraduate and graduate programs in the various fields of the arts and sciences. In addition, the University includes the following academic units: the University Honors College; the College of General Studies; the Schools of Education, Engineering, Law, Dental Medicine, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Information Sciences, Social Work, Public and International Affairs, and Public Health; and the Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business, including its undergraduate College of Business Administration. Certificate programs in international studies are offered through the University Center for International Studies. The University also operates four regional campuses in western Pennsylvania: Johnstown, Greensburg, and Bradford offer four-year baccalaureate programs, and Titusville offers primarily a lower-division curriculum, including two-year associate degree programs.
The University’s total enrollment at the Pittsburgh campus is 26,931, including 12,453 men and 14,276 women. Enrollment in graduate and first-professional programs is 9,550, including 4,219 men and 5,331 women.
The Location and Community
Pittsburgh is the commercial, industrial, and cultural center of western Pennsylvania. It offers all of the advantages of a metropolitan setting—theaters, concert halls, museums, art galleries, a science center, a major symphony orchestra, parks, golf courses, playgrounds, major-league spectator sports, and an excellent public school system.
Programs of Study and Degree Requirements
The schools and faculties of the University of Pittsburgh offer programs of study leading to doctoral degrees (Ph.D., Ed.D., Au.D., C.S.C.D., D.P.T., and Dr.P.H.) in the following fields: anthropology, astronomy, biological sciences, business administration, chemistry, classics, computer engineering, computer science, economics, education, engineering, English, French, geology and planetary science, Germanic languages and literatures, health and rehabilitation sciences, Hispanic languages and literatures, Hispanic linguistics, history, history and philosophy of science, history of art and architecture, intelligent systems, information science, library and information science, linguistics, mathematics, medicine, molecular biophysics, music, neuroscience, nursing, pharmacy, philosophy, physics, political science, psychology, public and international affairs, public health, religion, rhetoric and communication, Slavic languages and literatures, social work, sociology, statistics, and theater arts.
Master’s degree programs are available in most of the above fields, as well as in applied mathematics, applied statistics, bioethics, dental medicine specialities, East Asian studies, geographic information systems, international business, Italian, law, management of information systems, mathematics, religious studies, and telecommunications.
First-professional degree programs are offered in law (J.D., J.S.D., L.L.M.), dental medicine (D.M.D.), pharmacy (Pharm.D.), and medicine (M.D.). Certificate programs, dual-degree programs within schools, joint-degree programs between schools, and cooperative-degree programs with other institutions are also available.
Appointments for postdoctoral study and research are available in many of the University’s departments.
The University calendar consists of three 15-week terms, which begin in August, January, and May. A number of summer sessions, varying in length, are offered in the summer.
Facilities & Resources
There are twenty-five University library collections on the Pittsburgh campus, of which the Hillman Library is the current central facility. The University’s total libraries’ collection contains more than 9.2 million items (volumes and microforms), and more than 43,000 current serials. Electronically, the University’s libraries provide access to many remote resources. Cooperative arrangements have been developed with neighboring academic institutions, thus promoting a high level of information availability. The University of Pittsburgh is a member of the Association of Research Libraries.
Computing Services and Systems Development operates personal and centralized computing hardware to support academic, instructional, and research programs.
Other resources for research include the Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Center, Learning Research and Development Center, Center for Minority Health, Center for Philosophy of Science, Pymatuning Laboratory of Ecology, University Center for Social and Urban Research, University Center for International Studies, University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute, Center for Bioengineering, Surface Science Center, Center for Neuroscience, and Allegheny Observatory.
Expenses and Aid
Tuition for Pennsylvania residents for the academic year ranges from $8,924 to $12,249 per term for graduate degree programs and from $9,943 to $19,342 per term for first-professional degree programs. Tuition for out-of-state residents is usually double that for Pennsylvania residents.
Financial Aid:
Fellowships, traineeships, scholarships, teaching assistantships, and research assistantships are offered in the various fields of advanced study. The principal nonservice awards are the Andrew Mellon Fellowships for predoctoral study in arts and sciences. For the academic year, departmental support (teaching assistantships, teaching fellowships, and graduate student assistantships) paid salaries of $11,745 to $16,690 for full-time, two-term appointments; full tuition scholarships based on merit were also awarded. Fractional appointments are available..
Housing/Living Expenses:
Most graduate students live off campus since there are limited on-campus housing accommodations for these students. The University’s Off-Campus Housing Service maintains lists of available rooms, apartments, and houses near the campus.
How to Apply
Admission to graduate programs is based on an overall evaluation of credentials, including the applicant’s undergraduate record, which should show approximately a B average or better in the major field. Additional requirements as well as deadlines for admission, fellowships, scholarships, traineeships, and assistantships vary by school and department.
Who to Contact
Graduate Admissions
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15260
Graduate Departments, Deans and Chairs
School of Arts and Sciences (e-mail: fasgrad+@pitt.edu)
• Dr. N. John Cooper, Dean, 917 Cathedral of Learning.
• Anthropology: Dr. Richard Scaglion, Chair, 3302 Wesley W. Posvar Hall.
• Biological Sciences: Dr. Graham Hatfull, Chair, A234 Langley Hall.
• Chemistry: Dr. Kenneth Jordan, Chair, 330 Eberly.
• Classics: Dr. Edwin D. Floyd, Chair, 1519 Cathedral of Learning.
• Communication: Dr. Donald Egolf, Chair, 1104 Cathedral of Learning.
• Computer Science: Dr. Rami Melhem, Chair, 6429 Sennott Square.
• East Asian Languages and Literatures: Dr. Hiroshi Nara, Chair, 701 Old Engineering Hall.
• Economics: Dr. Jean-Francois Richard, Chair, 4917 Wesley W. Posvar Hall.
• English: Dr. David Bartholomae, Chair, 526 Cathedral of Learning.
• French and Italian Languages and Literatures: Dr. Philip Watts, Chair, 1328 Cathedral of Learning.
• Geology and Planetary Science: Dr. William Harbert, Chair, 200 SRCC.
• Germanic Languages and Literatures: Dr. Clark Muenzer, Chair, 1409 Cathedral of Learning.
• Hispanic Languages and Literatures: Dr. John Beverley, Chair, 1309 Cathedral of Learning.
• History: Dr. William Chase, Chair, 3708 Wesley W. Posvar Hall.
• History and Philosophy of Science: Dr. John Norton, Chair, 1017 Cathedral of Learning.
• History of Art and Architecture: Dr. Kirk Savage, Chair, 104 Frick Fine Arts.
• Linguistics: Dr. Alan Juffs, Chair, 2801 Cathedral of Learning.
• Mathematics: Dr. John M. Chadam, Chair, 303 Thackeray Hall.
• Music: Dr. Deane Root, Chair, 111 Music Building.
• Neuroscience: Dr. Alan Sved, Chair, 571A Crawford Hall.
• Philosophy: Dr. James V. Allen, Chair, 1001 Cathedral of Learning.
• Physics and Astronomy: Dr. David Jasnow, Chair, 311 Allen Hall.
• Political Science: Dr. Barry Ames, Chair, 4806 Wesley W. Posvar Hall.
• Psychology: Dr. Anthony R. Caggiula, Chair, 3131 Sennott Square.
• Religious Studies: Dr. S. Anthony Edwards, Chair, 2601 Cathedral of Learning.
• Slavic Languages and Literatures: Dr. David Birnbaum, Chair, 1417 Cathedral of Learning.
• Sociology: Dr. Patrick D. Dorein, Chair, 2G03 Posvar Hall.
• Statistics: Dr. Satish Iyengar, Chair, 2730 Cathedral of Learning.
• Theater Arts: Dr. Bruce McConachie, Acting Chair, 1617 Cathedral of Learning.
The Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business (e-mail: mba@katz.pitt.edu)
• Dr. Frederick W. Winter, Dean, 372 Mervis Hall.
School of Dental Medicine (e-mail: sdmadmin@pitt.edu)
• Dr. Thomas W. Braun, Dean, 440 Salk Hall.
School of Education (e-mail: soeinfo@pitt.edu)
• Dr. Alan Lesgold, Dean, 5605 Wesley W. Posvar Hall.
• Administrative and Policy Studies: Dr. Maureen McClure, Chair, 5911 Wesley W. Posvar Hall.
• Health, Physical and Recreation Education: Dr. John Jakicic, Chair, 600 BIRM.
• Instruction and Learning: Dr. George Zimmerman, Chair, 5316 Wesley W. Posvar Hall.
• Psychology in Education: Dr. Jerlean Douniel, Chair, 5941 Wesley W. Posvar Hall.
School of Engineering (e-mail: admin@engrng.pitt.edu)
• Dr. Gerald D. Holder, Dean, 240 Benedum Hall.
• Bioengineering: Dr. Harvey Borovetz, Chair, 749 Benedum Hall.
• Chemical and Petroleum Engineering: Eric J. Beckman, Chair, 1249 Benedum Hall.
• Civil and Environmental Engineering: Dr. Christopher J. Earls, Chair, 936 Benedum Hall.
• Electrical and Computer Engineering: Dr. Patrick Loughlin, Interim Chair, 348 Benedum Hall.
• Industrial Engineering: Dr. Bopaya Bidanda, Chair, 1049 Benedum Hall.
• Materials Science and Engineering: Dr. John Barnard, Chair, 848 Benedum Hall.
• Mechanical Engineering: Dr. Minking Chyu, Chair, 649 Benedum Hall.
School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences (e-mail: shrsadmi@pitt.edu)
• Dr. Clifford E. Brubaker, Dean, 4029 Forbes Tower.
School of Information Sciences (e-mail: inquiry@sis.pitt.edu)
• Dr. Ronald L. Larsen, Dean, 512 Information Sciences Building.
• Information Science and Telecommunications: Dr. Martin B. H. Weiss, Chair, 737 Information Sciences Building.
• Library and Information Science: Dr. Margaret Mary Kimmel, Chair, 608 Information Sciences Building.
School of Law (e-mail: admissions@law.pitt.edu)
• Mr. David Herring, Dean, 219 Barco Law Building.
School of Medicine (e-mail: biomed_phd@fs1.dean-med.pitt.edu)
• Dr. Arthur S. Levine, Dean, 401 Scaife Hall.
• Dr. Steve Phillips, Dean of Graduate Studies, 524 Scaife Hall.
• Molecular Genetics and Biochemistry: Dr. Joseph C. Glorioso III, Chair, E1246 Biomedical Science Tower.
• Cell Biology and Physiology: Dr. Raymond A. Frizzell, Chair, S368 Biomedical Science Tower.
• Pathology: Dr. George K. Michalopoulos, Chair, S410 Biomedical Science Tower.
• Medicine: Dr. Mark Zeidel, Chair, 1218 Scaife Hall.
• Molecular Pharmacology: Dr. Peter Friedman, Interim Chair, E1347 Biomedical Science Tower.
• Neurobiology: Dr. Susan Amara, Chair, E1440 Biomedical Science Tower.
School of Nursing (e-mail: nursing+@pitt.edu)
• Dr. Jacqueline Dunbar-Jacob, Dean, 350 Victoria Building.
School of Pharmacy (e-mail: carsonka@msx.upmc.edu)
• Dr. Patricia D. Kroboth, Dean, 1104 Salk Hall.
Graduate School of Public and International Affairs (e-mail: gspia+@pitt.edu)
• Dr. Carolyn Ban, Dean, 3410 Wesley W. Posvar Hall.
Graduate School of Public Health (e-mail: stuaff@gsphdean.gsph.pitt.edu)
• Dr. Bernard Goldstein, Dean, A624 Public Health.
• Behavioral and Community Health Sciences: Dr. Robert M. Goodman, Chair, 208 Public Health.
• Biostatistics: Dr. Howard E. Rockette, Chair, 310B Public Health.
• Environmental and Occupational Health: Dr. Bruce Pitt, Chair, 201 FORBL.
• Epidemiology: Dr. Roberta J. Ness, Chair, A527 Crabtree.
• Health Policy and Management: Dr. Judith R. Lave, Chair, A621 Crabtree.
• Human Genetics: Dr. Robert E. Ferrell, Chair, A304 Public Health.
• Infectious Diseases and Microbiology: Dr. Charles R. Rinaldo, Chair, A427 Crabtree.
School of Social Work (e-mail: bpssw@pitt.edu)
• Dr. Larry E. Davis, Dean, 2117 Cathedral of Learning.