Acceptance Rate
95%
Avg. SAT
1253
75th percentile
“Pitt-Greensburg blends University of Pittsburgh credentials with small-campus intimacy in a historic Pennsylvania town.”
Greensburg, PA
Location
Large Suburb
Campus Setting
Founded in 1963 as a regional campus of the University of Pittsburgh, Pitt-Greensburg occupies 200 rolling acres in Greensburg, a quiet city of about 14,000 residents 30 miles southeast of Pittsburgh. Students here earn full Pitt degrees in a setting that prioritizes undergraduate teaching over research sprawl, attracting those who crave personal connections with professors and classmates rather than anonymous big-school crowds. The campus personality leans collaborative and low-key, ideal for focused learners who build lasting networks in tight-knit groups.
You'll thrive if you prefer classes capped at 25 students and advisors who know your name, but the small scale means fewer electives and less buzz than the main Pitt campus. Greensburg offers walkable downtown shops and cafes alongside affordable off-campus apartments, though its small-town pace and winter snowfalls can feel isolating compared to urban Pittsburgh. Commuters from the region often mix with residents, creating a practical, community-oriented vibe.
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Professors lead most classes in seminar-style rooms where you'll discuss ideas directly rather than fade into lecture-hall rows, with an emphasis on majors like education, business management, biology, and criminal justice. The Pitt affiliation lets upperclassmen transfer credits seamlessly to Oakland or access online resources, fueling hands-on projects in labs or internships. You'll encounter an intellectual culture that's supportive yet rigorous, especially in teacher certification programs that place students in local schools early.
Tradeoffs include a narrower range of majors—about 25 bachelor's options—and no on-site graduate programs, so ambitious researchers might outgrow the setup quickly. Popular fields like nursing fill fast, requiring solid high school preparation to switch tracks smoothly.
Student Body
Total Enrollment
1,321 undergrad • 0 grad
Undergraduate
Graduate
International
White
75%
Black / African American
6%
Hispanic / Latino
5%
Asian
5%
Other / Multi-racial
9%
Campus Life
Campus Setting
Greensburg, PA
Varsity Athletics
NCAA Athletics
Campus life revolves around four residence halls housing most of the 1,400 undergraduates, fostering weekend game nights and study groups in lounges overlooking wooded hills. A typical week mixes morning classes, afternoon club meetings, and Friday intramurals, with the social scene staying mellow—think bonfires and local bar hops rather than massive parties. NCAA Division III Bobcats sports, especially softball and basketball, draw crowds to on-campus fields, building school spirit without dominating schedules.
The vibe suits independent types who make their own fun, but those craving constant events might head to Pittsburgh via free shuttles. Harsh Pennsylvania winters limit outdoor hangs, and high regional living costs push many toward campus meal plans.
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Athletics
Athletic Association
Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference
ROTC & Veteran Support
Army
Yes
Navy
No
Air Force
No
Veteran’s Programs Available
Yellow Ribbon Program (Post-9/11 GI Bill)
Yes
Credit for military training
Yes
Dedicated point of contact for veteran support services
Yes
Recognized student veteran organization
Yes
Member of DoD Voluntary Educational Partnership MOU
Yes
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Outcomes & Earnings
Retention Rate
69%
4 Years Graduation Rate
27%
6 Years Graduation Rate
36%
Median 10-Year Earnings
$66,125
69% of first-time, full-time students complete their freshman year at University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg and return in the fall. 27% of first-time, full-time students graduate in 4 years, and 36% graduate within 6 years.
Graduation Rate
4-year grads
27%
4-5 years
9%
6-8 years
1%
Non-grad
63%
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Key Statistics
Type
Public
Tuition
$13,660
Acceptance
95%
Undergrads
1,321
4-Year Grad Rate
27%
Endowment
$7M
Greensburg, PA 15601-5860