Colleges and Universities in the Greater Pittsburgh Area

Carlow University

• Carlow University is the first Catholic liberal arts university to open in Pennsylvania. Founded in 1929, the university currently is home to roughly 2,200 students and offers more than 50 academic programs in areas such as humanities, education and social change.

  The university also offers a student to teacher ratio of 10 to 1, as well as student services such as on-campus housing, career counseling and tuition assistance. In addition, students at the university can enjoy a diverse athletic program offering basketball, soccer, tennis, volleyball and softball activities.

  Prospective students are encouraged to contact the Office of Admissions for information on applying to and visiting the university.

  Carlow University
  3333 Fifth Ave.
  Pittsburgh, PA 15213
  800-333-2275
  carlow.edu

Chatham University

• Chatham University is a private coeducational university founded in 1869. Currently home to approximately 2,300 students, the university offers more than 30 majors in areas such as social science, science, humanities and fine arts.

  The university also offers students small class sizes, with a student to teacher ratio of 8 to 1, and student services including student advisement, health services and tuition assistance.

  Those interested in attending the university are encouraged to contact the Admissions Office for application and admissions requirements.

  Chatham University
  Woodland Road
  Pittsburgh, PA 15232
  412-365-1100
  chatham.edu

University of Pittsburgh

• The University of Pittsburgh is located on 132 acres of land near Pittsburgh's Oakland neighborhood. Founded in 1787, the university is home to nearly 34,000 students and offers a variety of programs in its 15 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools.

  Students of the university can benefit from a student to teacher ratio of 16 to 1 and small classes where more than 60 percent are limited to fewer than 30 students.

  In addition, the university offers tuition assistance, as well as a vibrant athletic program featuring soccer, swimming, cross-country and gymnastic teams.

  Prospective students are encouraged to contact the Office of Admissions for information on applying to and visiting the college.

  University of Pittsburgh
  Alumni Hall
  4227 Fifth Ave.
  Pittsburgh, PA 15260
  412-624-4141
  pitt.edu