PittOnline

Policies and Procedures

Advising

» CGS Advising Staff » CGS Advising Tips for Students
PittOnline gives you easy access to an advisor. PittOnline's advisors work specifically with adult learners and understand your unique needs as an adult distance learner. Your advisor can answer questions about your program requirements and university resources and policies. Contact your advisor at least once a year to review your progress and plan for your future.

CGS' advising tips for students will help you get the most out of your advising session.

Course Availability

» PittOnline Course Schedule (coming)

Current students: My.pitt.edu allows you to access University schedule information, under the "Student Services" tab.

Course Registration

» CGS Advisor Contact Information
» Registration Form
Current students should meet with their academic advisor before registering for classes. Your academic advisor will discuss your academic goals and identify strategies to help you make the most of your academic experience. Continuing students must be in good standing to maintain enrollment. Check with your advisor about your status.

You can bring the registration form to our office. You may also fax or mail your completed form to:
PittOnline Registration
Fourth Floor, Cathedral of Learning
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA 15260
412-624-6600 (Phone)
412-624-3836 Fax

Please note that the University of Pittsburgh does not allow real-time registration online, and that registering with this form does not guarantee you will get the classes you listed. Be sure to include alternate selections. Once your form is received, it will be processed as quickly as possible and you will receive an e-mail confirmation.

For details about registration policies and procedures, please visit the University of Pittsburgh Registrar Web site.

Financial Aid

» Office of Admissions and Financial Aid (OAFA)
OAFA has information regarding the necessary forms and important deadline dates. OAFA reviews all university students' applications for financial aid.

Tuition and Fees

» Tuition and Fees
All courses available in the College have the same cost per credit. Out-of-state tuition applies to students living outside the state of Pennsylvania.

Other Student Services

» McCarl Center
» Career Services
» Scholarships and Grants
» Student Affairs
» Counseling Center

PittOnline provides students with access to a wide variety of student services. Services available to PittOnline students include:

CGS' McCarl Center, where you can take advantage of award-winning programs and services to make the most of your PittOnline experience. View current McCarl Center events.
Career Services can help you choose a major, locate an internship or conduct a job search.
Scholarship and grant information can be found at the College of General Studies Web site.
University of Pittsburgh Student Affairs is another source where you can access programs and services designed for University of Pittsburgh students.
Counseling Center provides personal and academic counseling to undergraduate and graduate students at the University of Pittsburgh.

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