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Pittsburgh, United States
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University of Pittsburgh

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Scholarship available

#214

QS Rank

$35,000

Tuition/yr

45,377

Enrollment

About University of Pittsburgh

The University of Pittsburgh is a prominent public research university with particular strength in engineering, medicine, and business. Located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, a city undergoing transformation from steel to biotech and technology, Pitt emphasizes research excellence and innovation. The university offers exceptional medical and health sciences programs with highly ranked research facilities. Pitt's location in a revitalized tech hub provides excellent internship and career opportunities. The university's strong reputation, excellent faculty, and collaborative community environment create an enriching student experience.

World University Rankings

QS World University Rankings (2026)#214
Times Higher Education (THE) (2025)#122
ARWU / Shanghai Rankings (2024)#101
US News Best Global Universities (2025)#64

Campus & Location

Province

PA

Campus setting

Suburban

Cost of living: Housing: USD 900–1,500/mo | Food: USD 350–550/mo | Affordable major city with booming tech sector (CMU/Google/Amazon presence).

Optional Practical Training (OPT)

All graduates from CRICOS-registered programs qualify for 12-month Optional Practical Training (OPT). STEM-designated programs (CS, Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, Sciences) qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension — 36 months total of US work authorisation.

Admission requirements — Nepali equivalents

A rough translation of the published minimums for Nepali applicants:

GPA 3.060%+ in NEB +2, B+ average in Cambridge A-levels, or Second Division in a TU bachelor's degree.
GPA 3.370%+ in NEB +2 or First Division in a TU bachelor's degree.
GPA 3.675%+ in NEB +2 or First Division with Distinction in a TU bachelor's degree.
IELTS 6.5The most common graduate minimum — achievable with 2–3 months of focused preparation. IELTS 7.0+ needed for the most competitive programs.

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Data last verified: 2026-04-29 · Source: https://www.pitt.edu. Information may change — verify with University of Pittsburgh’s official website before applying.