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Academics

Pitt programs and resources support undergraduates throughout their academic journey.    

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Academic Calendar

View and download the University of Pittsburgh Academic Calendar to find important dates,  deadlines, and observances for the current academic year. 

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Advising at Pitt

At the University of Pittsburgh, advising and mentoring are integral to the University’s educational mission. We advocate for collaborative and holistic advising interactions. 

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Centers and Institutes

From the Advanced Imaging Center to the World History Center, hundreds of Pitt Centers and Institutes push the boundaries of knowledge.

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David C. Frederick Honors College

Find intellectually rigorous courses, a welcoming academic community, and the option to pursue a unique baccalaureate degree—the BPhil—through the David C. Frederick Honors College.

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Degree Finder

Find the program that is right for you with Degree Finder! Search, filter and explore to learn about popular majors and minors, enrichment opportunities and the exciting careers of recent Pitt graduates. Or explore Undergraduate Programs at Pitt, including the various schools, majors and minors, certificate programs, and available academic resources.

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Interdisciplinary Distinctions

Pitt has launched a new class of academic credential called a “distinction” that incorporates a curated, synergistic combination of curricular, co-curricular, and experiential learning activities.

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Regional Campuses

Pitt's Regional Campuses in Bradford, Greensburg, Johnstown and Titusville combine the advantages and environments of liberal arts colleges with the resources and prestige of a major research university.

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Student Success Resources

Student Success Resources provides a list of tools to boost academic achievement, including tutoring and technology resources. 

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Student Technology Resources

A number of tools and resources are available to enhance and assist with your academic experience, from course planning and schedule building to co-curricular activities and tutoring opportunities and from communicating with your advisor to networking with alumni and others in the Pitt community.

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Study Spaces

Find information on study spaces available in campus buildings. 

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Undergraduate Catalog

Whether you are interested in attending the University of Pittsburgh, or are already enrolled, you can search the Undergraduate Catalog to obtain campus information, academic programs, policies, and courses.