University of Pittsburgh

The University of Pittsburgh is a state-related, doctoral/research university in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Ranked among the highest public universities in the country, it is frequently referred to simply as "Pitt".

Education

Bachelor's, master's, doctoral and professional programs are offered through the following academic units:

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• School of Arts and Sciences
• College of Business Administration
• Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business
• School of Dental Medicine
• School of Education
• School of Engineering
• College of General Studies
• School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
• University Honors College
• School of Information Sciences
• School of Law
• School of Medicine
• School of Nursing
• School of Pharmacy
• Graduate School of Public and International Affairs (GSPIA)
• Graduate School of Public Health
• School of Social Work

The University Center for International Studies (UCIS) coordinates international education curricula, centers for area studies and centers on topical specializations in international studies. It does not give degrees but awards certificates of attainment to degree candidates in the university's schools.

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The regional campuses offer undergraduate education. They permit students to take preliminary courses and relocate to other regional campuses or the main campus to complete their degrees. They also locally offer degrees and certificates as follows:

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• University of Pittsburgh at Bradford - Bachelor's, Associate's and Certificate
• University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg - Bachelor's and Certificate
• University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown - Bachelor's and Certificate
• University of Pittsburgh at Titusville - Associate's and Certificate

Until 2005, the University was the academic sponsor of the Semester at Sea program; in June of 2005, the university severed its 24-year sponsorship relationship with Semester at Sea, citing safety and governance concerns. The University will continue to certify academic credit for participation in Semester at Sea through the Spring 2006 semester.

Related Topics:
Semester at Sea - 2005

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