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University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania · Public university · Training programs available:
Address: 4200 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15260 · Phone: (412) 624-4141 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is a public trade/career school in Pittsburgh, PA offering dental hygiene programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and other bodies.
The state average completion rate is 66.2%, and this campus's own rate is not reported; median graduate debt is $24,250 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $66,125, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus; the school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and about 14.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental hygienists | $63,130 | $80,610 | $99,950 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Pennsylvania (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 25 | $46,493 | not reported | $16,931 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is a public university in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), so students may use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants. The campus holds accreditation from a large number of specialized and institutional accreditors, including the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited. Among trade-relevant credentials, the school's federal data highlights dental hygiene programs, with 25 completers reported.
Federal Scorecard data shows a total undergraduate enrollment of 20,370. The state average completion rate is reported at 66.2%, but this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt for graduates is reported at $24,250, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $66,125. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 14.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a portion of the student body demonstrates financial need.
Given the single trade program tracked here (dental hygiene, a short, credential-focused field), this campus may suit students seeking a specific allied-health credential within a large research university setting rather than a dedicated vocational school. Career changers should confirm program length, schedule, and licensing requirements directly with the university. To verify accreditation and outcomes independently, contact the school at (412) 624-4141, visit pitt.edu, or review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for this campus.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Federal data lists dental hygiene programs as the trade-relevant offering at this campus, with 25 completers reported.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited, with accreditors including the Middle States Commission on Higher Education among many specialized accrediting bodies. Its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grant funding can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's own completion rate is not reported in federal data. The state average completion rate is 66.2%, but a direct comparison for this campus is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is reported at $24,250, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $66,125, per federal Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public institution, which typically means state funding supports operations and may affect tuition rates and eligibility for certain aid programs.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available federal data; contact the school to confirm the schedule for its dental hygiene program.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review the school's listed accreditors, such as the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, or check the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the link provided by the school.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program schedules or adult-learner services, so fit for career changers cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in the available federal data; contact the school or check with Pennsylvania's licensing board for dental hygiene requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (412) 624-4141 or visit its website at https://www.pitt.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this listing; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?215293 to compare outcomes across institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.