Pitt’s campus is convenient to downtown, yet forms its own intellectual community with neighboring campuses of Carnegie Mellon University, Duquesne University, Carlow University, and Chatham University. The city of Pittsburgh is well known as a steel city, but it has undergone a renaissance fueled by education and healthcare industries. With an active arts scene (fueled in part by the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust and the unique world-class Andy Warhol Museum), there is always something to do or see.
Since 2000, Pittsburgh has topped a most liveable city list six times, including those of The Economist, Forbes, and The Places Rated Almanac. In 2012, it was named among the best places in the world to visit by National Geographic Traveler. The Huffington Post in 2015 dubbed Pittsburgh “The Coolest American City You Haven’t Been To,” Zagat named Pittsburgh winner of "The Top 17 Food Cities" and Bon Appetit named Pittsburgh the next big food city in 2014. Come find out what everyone’s raving about (and dining out on) for yourself!
Airport
The nearest airport to the University of Pittsburgh is the Pittsburgh International Airport. It is a 30-40-minute drive to the University from the airport. Rental cars, taxis, and public transportation are readily available at the airport. The cost of a taxi from Pittsburgh International Airport to the University of Pittsburgh is approximately $60. Both Uber and Lyft also operate in Pittsburgh.
The 28X Airport Express (Port Authority Transit bus) (412-442-2000) is very reliable and inexpensive, just several dollars. The bus runs every 30 minutes from the ground transportation area of the airport. The driver does not carry change, so have small bills and change on hand. The bus stops in Oakland at the Corner of Fifth Ave. and Bigelow Blvd, directly opposite the Cathedral of Learning.
Housing
Prospective visitors should realize that, unless their visits coincide with the academic year, securing reasonably affordable short-term housing in the Pittsburgh area may be difficult. The European Studies Center can assist you in your search but cannot act as a housing office for long term visitors.
University of Pittsburgh Housing Services offers a wide-range of housing types to suit your lifestyle during your tenure as an undergraduate on-campus resident. Pitt’s on-campus housing options range from the rich diversity of the residence halls to the more self-reliant environment of apartment-style accommodations.
Off-Campus Living is dedicated to providing Pitt students with the necessary information and tools to successfully reside in off-campus accommodations, including an informative Renter’s Guide, apartment listings, neighborhood descriptions, and a roommate and subletting service.
