Returning Students
If you previously attended the University of Pittsburgh and want to return to complete a degree or pursue a second degree through the College of General Studies, your next steps depend on your previous program and whether you completed coursework elsewhere.
Returning to CGS
Returning Without Taking Courses Elsewhere
If you began a bachelor's or second bachelor's degree in CGS and have not taken coursework at another institution during your absence:
- Submit the online application to be reinstated to your CGS program.
Returning After Taking Courses Elsewhere
If you began a bachelor's or second bachelor's degree in CGS and have taken coursework at another institution during your absence:
- Submit a transfer student application through the Office of Admissions and Financial Aid.
Returning from Another Pitt Program
If you began a bachelor's degree at the University of Pittsburgh but were not enrolled in CGS:
- Contact the school where you were last enrolled about the reinstatement process.
- Once that process is complete, you may apply as an internal transfer if you wish to pursue a CGS program.
Second Degree in CGS
If you have already completed a bachelor's degree and want to pursue a second degree through CGS:
- Complete and submit an application directly to CGS.
Additional information for second-degree students:
- You must complete all CGS degree and major requirements. This may include a combination of new CGS courses and transfer credits from previous coursework.
- You must complete at least half of the credits required for your new major while enrolled at CGS.
Need Help or Have Questions?
Our team can help you determine which returning-student pathway applies to your situation and what to do next.
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