Access to education is a significant priority for the University of Pittsburgh. The Pitt Finish Line Grant is just one of several accessibility and affordability initiatives the University currently has in place to address the challenges of funding a college education.
Our growing list of programs provides students and their families with options to unlock a brighter future at the University of Pittsburgh.
Pitt Success Pell Program
Students who qualify for the U.S. Department of Education’s Pell Grant program will receive additional funds contributed by the University.
Provost Academy
A summer bridge program aims to set students up for success in their first year. It fosters connections with faculty, staff, and students while enhancing campus and city familiarity.
Kessler Scholar Program
A national model for first-generation college student success, offering comprehensive support from enrollment through graduation and beyond.
College Cost Transparency Initiative
The University of Pittsburgh is committed to using the Principles & Standards of the College Cost Transparency Initiative in its student financial aid offer.
PittFund$Me
Current and incoming students can search Pitt's scholarship database for thousands of additional dollars.
Educational Outreach Center
The EOC serves as the epicenter for all University of Pittsburgh early academic outreach efforts such as Investing Now and the Pittsburgh Public Scholars.
TRIO McNair Scholars Program
Supported by a U.S. Department of Education, this grant offers diverse educational experiences to empower first-gen, limited-income, and underrepresented minority students pursuing postbaccalaureate degrees.
Pittsburgh Public Scholars
Valedictorians and salutatorians in the Pittsburgh Public School system are guaranteed admission to one of our five campuses and a four-year scholarship.
Panthers Forward
The Panthers Forward program—unique to Pitt—leverages the power of our university community to ease the burden of student loan debt.
Student Success Hub
Pitt's Student Success Hub serves as a place for every student to feel like they belong and will succeed at Pitt.
Pitt2Pitt Scholarship
Scholarships for graduating seniors and alumni to complete a Pitt master's degree or certificate program.
Provost’s Dissertation Completion Fellowship
Enables research doctoral students to focus full-time on finishing their dissertation during their last term of doctoral studies.
Pitt Horizon Scholars
A campus support program for scholars who have experienced the child welfare system, helping them to and through Pitt.
Center for Financial Wellness and Education
Learn personal finance skills to take control of your finances now and in the future.
American Talent Initiative
Joined an alliance of 120 four-year institutions united in a goal of enrolling, supporting and graduating 50,000 additional talented, lower-income students by 2025.
Pitt Finish Line Grant
One-time, need-based aid to lower-income undergraduates close to degree completion, ensuring they reach the graduation finish line with timely financial support.
RaiseMe
Earn up to $28,000 in scholarship dollars. Contribute to your fund through achievement in areas including high school grades, volunteering and activities.
Coalition for College
High school students can access a private virtual locker to store important items from their high school experiences that are likely to help them with the college application process.
Posse Program
Posse is one of the most comprehensive college success, diversity and youth leadership development programs in the country.