About the College of General Studies
The University of Pittsburgh's College of General Studies is your source for higher education opportunities geared toward adult and working students. We have coordinated all of the services of the University into a single resource fo nontraditional students to provide you with one-stop for your education needs. We also offer opportunities for you to earn University credits or for you to learn in a noncredit environment.
Degrees
Start a new degree or transfer credits you have already earned
Certificates
Gain a credential in specific field of study. Both credit and noncredit options are available.
Continuing Education
Take a course or program to move ahead in your career or to satisfy your need to learn. We offer several noncredit learning options. You may also pursue individual credit courses.
Course Options Designed for the Adult Learner
Through the College of General Studies, you can choose from learning options that fit your needs and your lifestyle.
- Credit courses at convenient times and locations
Take courses one day or evening per week, on Saturdays, at one of our off campus locations. Or study with our PittOnline program, Web-based courses that give you the opportunity to study from home with minimal campus visits. - Traditional undergraduate courses
As a student here, you have access to the full range of undergraduate courses offered by the School of Arts and Sciences. -
Noncredit courses
If you are looking to develop professional skills or fulfill a need to learn, but aren't interested in earning university credit, we have an array of options for you.