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I was wondering how strict the all-girls policy is at Holland Hall (my...

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 22:06:07 PST

I was wondering how strict the all-girls policy is at Holland Hall (my gf will be there): are any male guests allowed during the day or night?

Not all freshmen live on campus, but those who pay their $300 enrollment...

Wed, 17 Dec 2008 23:09:05 PST

Not all freshmen live on campus, but those who pay their $300 enrollment fee and $325 housing deposit by May 1 are guaranteed on-campus housing. As long as all housing applications and deposit deadlines are met on time each year, this guarantee continues for three years.The freshmen residence halls are: Litchfield Towers (A, B, C), Sutherland Hall, Holland Hall, Lothrop Hall and Forbes Hall (Honors College students only). Detailed descriptions...

33% of Pitt students (from all five campuses) graduate in four years,...

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 16:33:22 PST

33% of Pitt students (from all five campuses) graduate in four years, the highest percentage of all four of Pennsylvania's state-related schools. This seemingly low number could be accounted by the fact that many Pitt students are nontraditional students and that many take time off to work or have internships. 52% of undergraduates graduate in five years, and 62% in six years.To graduate in four years, it is important to take as close to 15...

A student usually declares his or her major by the end of sophomore...

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 16:19:32 PST

A student usually declares his or her major by the end of sophomore year, though it can be done earlier and in some circumstances later. You can also declare more than one major, but must choose one to be the "main" major in which you have an academic advisor (from that department) and register for classes.

There is a Greek System on campus, both social and academic. About 8% of...

Tue, 9 Dec 2008 09:45:43 PST

There is a Greek System on campus, both social and academic. About 8% of men and 8% of women join fraternities and sororities.

Freshman are required to take two course which fill the Workshop in...

Sun, 30 Nov 2008 17:07:15 PST

Freshman are required to take two course which fill the Workshop in Composition and Algebra general education requirements.Prior to class registration, incoming freshmen take placement exams in English Writing and Algebra. Sufficient scores or an equivalent high school course may award you credit for these requirements. To receive credit for the English Composition requirement, you must receive a 5 on the AP English test and score 600 or...

What are the most common career paths for graduates?

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 17:00:55 PST

What are the most common career paths for graduates?

Campus Life

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:00:55 PST

What is life like on campus? Does a lot of social activity take place on campus? Are there a lot of campus activities? How is campus dining?

What are the schools' strongest academic programs?

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 17:00:55 PST

What are the schools' strongest academic programs?

Political and Social Climate

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 17:00:55 PST

What are the political and social leanings of most students and faculty? Is it easy to express opposing views?

Are there required classes for incoming freshman? What are some examples...

Sun, 24 Aug 2008 17:00:55 PST

Are there required classes for incoming freshman? What are some examples of these?

Social Scene

Sat, 23 Aug 2008 17:00:55 PST

Are students very social? Is there an active social scene open to students? Does the school have a reputation as a party school?

Is there a Greek System? If so, what percentage of students participate?

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 17:00:55 PST

Is there a Greek System? If so, what percentage of students participate?

Student Housing

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 17:00:55 PST

How is the housing situation both on and off-campus? Is it easy or difficult to find housing?

What percentage of students receive financial aid?

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 17:00:55 PST

What percentage of students receive financial aid?

Likes and Dislikes

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 17:00:55 PST

What do you like most about this school? What do you like least?

Do many students choose to study abroad?

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 17:00:55 PST

Do many students choose to study abroad?

Academics

Sun, 17 Aug 2008 17:00:55 PST

What are classes like? Are professors accessible? Are classes challenging?

What kinds of recreational facilities does the campus offer?

Sat, 16 Aug 2008 17:00:55 PST

What kinds of recreational facilities does the campus offer?

Off-Campus Environment

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 17:00:55 PST

What is the environment like off-campus? Do students venture off-campus frequently?