Application Instructions

About the Non-Degree Application

To apply as a non-degree student, submit the free online application. Your application must:

  • Include all required information
  • Have all necessary documents uploaded
  • Be electronically signed and submitted

Incomplete applications cannot be processed.

What You'll Need to Apply

Prepare the following materials before beginning your application:

TRANSCRIPTS (REQUIRED)

  • Pitt students: No Pitt transcript needed
  • Pitt faculty/staff with Pitt degrees: No prior transcripts required
  • Certificate applicants with no college experience: Submit an official high school transcript

How to submit transcripts:

  • Upload a PDF or JPEG version to your application
  • Scans of printed transcripts are acceptable if clearly legible
  • Unacceptable: Grade reports, advising transcripts, academic progress reports

Departments may request your transcript to verify prerequisites. Keep a copy for your records. Unreadable files will be rejected.

PERSONAL ESSAY (OPTIONAL)

The essay is not required for most applicants.
Submit one only if you are a certificate applicant who does not meet admissions criteria.

  • Not required for post-baccalaureate or summer/guest students

Admission Timing & Deadlines

  • Rolling admissions — apply at any time
  • Submit your application at least 2 weeks before classes begin
  • Processing time is typically 2–4 weeks
  • Check term dates on the University Academic Calendar.

Applications submitted too close to the start of a term may not be processed in time.

Ready to Get Started?

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