Incoming Students

Freshmen

The School of Arts and Sciences provides programs for all of its freshmen to help ease the transition from high school to college. We offer an Introduction to Arts and Sciences course, Freshman Learning Communities, Freshman Seminars, and various opportunities that encourage you to interact with your peers and share on- and off-campus cultural experiences.

Placement Exams

• Placement Exam Information
• Algebra and English Exam Samples

Advanced Placement

Advanced Placement Info (PDF)

Take a Closer Look

• Meet the Faculty (faculty web sites)
• Classic Clips (videos about faculty)
• Sample a Class

Transfer Students

As an Arts and Sciences transfer student, you may have some pressing questions upon your arrival to Pitt. Our transfer student programs are here to assist you in making a smooth adjustment to the University of Pittsburgh, including invitations to social gatherings, one-on-one advising, and an important 1-credit course entitled Transfer Student Focus.

Degrees (Majors, Minors, and Certificates)

• Majors
• Minors
• Certificates
• Pre-Professional Programs
• Professional Schools
• Declaring and Changing Majors