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Scholarships for Pitt Graduates

Have you thought about working as an educator?

Created exclusively for Pitt graduates, the University of Pittsburgh Pitt2Pitt scholarship prepares recent graduates of all academic backgrounds for rewarding careers in education.

Whether you are switching careers, returning to the workforce, or looking for advancement, the School of Education can help. We are the top-ranked education school in Western Pennsylvania and are ranked in the top 30 schools nationwide (U.S. News & World Report).

Pitt2Pitt Scholarship Benefits

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Scholarships from $2,500 to $5,000

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Streamlined admissions process 

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Open to Pitt graduates from all majors

Scholarship Guidelines

Please read closely as our guidelines are specific to the School of Education and may differ from other units in the university. 

  • Must have graduated within the past three years from the University of Pittsburgh
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0 for guaranteed eligibility
  • Will receive a $2,500/term tuition scholarship for a maximum of two terms ($5,000 total)
  • Fall and spring are the only terms eligible for scholarships
  • Must be a full-time student to be eligible for the scholarship
  • Scholarships are available on a first-come, first-serve basis
  • This scholarship is non-refundable
  • Those who receive Pitt employee tuition benefits or athletic scholarships are ineligible
  • Must complete one of the School of Education programs listed below

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Eligible Teacher Education & School Leadership Programs

Our Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction program develops a teacher’s ability to create cross-disciplinary and transdisciplinary learning experiences.

Program Details

  • 100% online and asynchronous
  • Rolling admissions
  • Email soeinfo@pitt.edu for more information

Our Master of Education (MEd) in Early Childhood Education program offers a range of coursework encompassing the needs of infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and children in the primary grades.

Program Details

  • Rolling admissions; priority given to applications received before March 1.
  • Email soeinfo@pitt.edu for more information

Our Master of Education in Education Leadership program prepares you to lead K-12 schools in complex and uncertain times.

Program Details

  • 100% online and asynchronous
  • Rolling admissions
  • Email soeinfo@pitt.edu for more information

Our Orientation and Mobility Specialist program prepares you to earn your certification as a Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS), which is a gateway to a diverse range of employment opportunities.

Program Details

  • Hybrid format with mostly online coursework
  • Rolling admissions
  • Email soeinfo@pitt.edu for more information

Our Master of Education in Reading Education prepares you for literacy leadership roles in K-12 schools and districts.

Program Details

Our Master of Education (MEd) in PreK-12 Special Education addresses the challenges of today’s schools and prepares you to teach effectively in pre-kindergarten, elementary school, middle school, and high school settings.

Program Details

  • Application deadlines – January 15 (priority deadline); March 1 (application deadline)
  • Email soeinfo@pitt.edu for more information

Our Master of Arts in Teaching with teacher certification prepares you for certification from the Pennsylvania Department of Education. You must select a subject area for certification.

Program Details:

  • Certifications for Grades 7-12 offered in English Education, Mathematics Education, Science Education, or Social Studies Education
  • Certifications for Grades PreK-12 offered in World and Heritage Language Education (foreign language education)
  • Application deadlines – January 15 (priority deadline); March 1 (application deadline)
  • Email soeinfo@pitt.edu for more information

Our Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments and Blindness program prepares you to become a certified teacher who will help blind and visually impaired learners reach their full potential.

Program Details

  • Hybrid format with mostly online coursework
  • Rolling admissions
  • Email soeinfo@pitt.edu for more information

Our Master of Education in World and Heritage Language Education provides advanced study in foreign language education.

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Eligible Exercise, Health, and Wellness Programs

Our Master of Science in Clinical Exercise Physiology program is ideal for students seeking clinical and research careers.

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Our Master of Science in Health and Wellness Management is offered jointly with Pitt’s Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business and focuses on the business considerations of the health and wellness professions.​

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Eligible Psychology and Human Development Programs

Our Master of Education in Applied Behavior Analysis program prepares you to work with individuals with disabilities and become certified in the field.

Program Details

Our Master of Science in Applied Developmental Psychology program prepares you to meet the mental and social-behavioral health needs of children, youth, and families across multiple settings.

Program Details

  • Rolling admissions deadline (priority given to Child Life specialty by March 1)
  • Email soeinfo@pitt.edu for more information

Eligible Education Systems and Frameworks

Our Master of Arts in Education Policy program focuses on equity-driven education policy analysis and transformation.

Program Details

  • Rolling admissions; priority given to applications received before March 1.
  • Email soeinfo@pitt.edu for more information

​Our Master of Education in Higher Education prepares early-career professionals to work in administrative and student services roles in higher education institutions.

Program Details

  • Application deadlines – December 1 (early consideration); February 1 (application deadline, priority #2); May 8 (application deadline, priority #3)
  • Email soeinfo@pitt.edu for more information
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How to Apply for a Pitt2Pitt Scholarship

  1. Submit your application for the School of Education program.
  2. After completing your application, notify the School of Education admissions office of your interest in the Pitt2Pitt scholarship.
  3. Contact the admissions team at soeinfo@pitt.edu.

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All Majors Welcome

We recognize that you may not have completed all the prerequisites for a School of Education graduate program. Don’t worry! You are still eligible to apply and can complete the courses at the beginning of the program.

For information about prerequisites, please visit the program pages listed above. If you have any questions along the way, email us at soeinfo@pitt.edu. We are more than happy to help assist!

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