$1.25B in research expenditures
Our multidisciplinary research emphasizes discoveries that matter in our city, our state and our world.
It's not just about the numbers
It's about what's possible.
Top 20 Patent Producer
Ranking No. 19 globally, Pitt is a powerhouse in research and innovation.
Seven-fold
increase
in National Academy
membership
Pitt achieved remarkable seven-fold growth in National Academy of Engineering and Sciences and American Academy of Arts and Sciences membership in 2024.
98% Placement Post-Graduation
The Class of 2023 achieved an outstanding career outcomes rate, highlighting the success of our world-class education and the dedication of our graduates.
Top 20 HERD ranking
In the 2023 Higher Education Research and Development (HERD) survey, Pitt ranked No. 17 out of 900 institutions.
65+ startups launched in
5 years
Pitt startup companies are at the forefront of groundbreaking inventions that are transforming lives.
Top
Fulbright
Producer
Pitt was named a Fulbright Top Producing Institution for U.S. Students for the 2022-23 academic year by the U.S. Department of State.
Research & Innovation
A Major Breakthrough in Vision Restoration
A Major Breakthrough in Vision Restoration
José-Alain Sahel’s team has reported the first partial vision recovery in a blind patient using optogenetic therapy.
Student Success
Goldwater Scholar
Goldwater Scholar
Future physician-scientist Richard Su Fang’s interdisciplinary approach to cancer research combines scientific knowledge with a deep understanding of social issues in medicine.
State & Global Impact
$6.6B PA Economic Impact
$6.6B PA Economic Impact
With five diverse campuses, a robust research footprint and a partnership with one of the world’s largest academic medical and research centers, Pitt plays a critical role in the state and local economies.
Top 5% Global Ranking
U.S. News and World Report ranks Pitt No. 47 on its list of best global universities.
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