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The University of Pittsburgh's Health Sciences complex—comprising one of America's leading medical schools, nursing school, pharmacy school, and public health school—creates an extraordinary research and clinical environment that gives undergraduates interested in health careers unparalleled access to medical research and hospital clinical experiences. Pitt's guaranteed admission pathway to the medical school for qualified undergraduates is one of the most valuable programs of its kind in the country, providing international pre-medical students with a structured and reliable pathway to American medical education. Pittsburgh's transformation from steel city to healthcare and technology hub—driven significantly by Pitt and Carnegie Mellon—has created a genuinely exciting urban environment with world-class cultural institutions.
| Acceptance Rate | 57% (Accessible) |
|---|---|
| GPA Range | 3.65-4.00 |
| SAT Range | 1260-1440 |
| ACT Range | 28-32 |
| Early Decision I | Nov 1 |
| Early Action | Nov 1 |
| Regular Decision | Jan 15 |
| Application Fee | $55 |
| Average Financial Aid | $33,000 |
| Need-Blind Admissions | No |
| Type | Research |
| US News Rank | #58 |
University of Pittsburgh typically admits students with a GPA in the 3.65-4.00 range (4.0 scale). International students should convert their grades using an AACRAO EDGE-based GPA calculator before applying.
With an acceptance rate of 57%, University of Pittsburgh is a accessible institution. Building a balanced school list with reach, target, and safety schools is strongly recommended.
The middle 50% of admitted students scored 1260-1440 on the SAT and 28-32 on the ACT.
The Regular Decision deadline is Jan 15. Use AdmissionsPedia's free Deadline Tracker to manage your complete application calendar.
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