All College of General Studies students can enjoy the extensive resources available from the University of Pittsburgh. This page provides links to some of the most commonly used services and programs by students, as well as useful information that can help you navigate around campus.
STUDENT RESOURCES
Financial & Administrative Resources
Fax: (412) 648-8815
Mon-Thu 8:30-4:45 Fri 9:30-4:45
Phone: 412-624-7560
Processes federal and institutional loans; offers tuition payment plan.
Phone: 412-624-7668
Ombudsmen work on behalf of students on appeals for exceptions to procedures related to registration and tuition payment.
Phone: 412-624-7585
E-mail: resignation@bc.pitt.edu
Contact to resign from courses at the University of Pittsburgh for a term.
Phone: 412-624-7612
Email: registrar-office@pitt.edu]
Transcript requests, Student Certification, change of Address, Phone, and/or Name.
Technology
my.pitt.edu is the University portal which houses student resources, such as PeopleSoft, e-mail access, billing, and Canvas. A username and activation code for my.pitt.edu is sent to all newly admitted University of Pittsburgh students via regular mail. You will be asked to set up your multi-factor authentication in advance. Learn more at: http://technology.pitt.edu/services/multifactor-authentication-pitt.
Manages technology solutions and the computer labs at Pitt.
Campus Resources
Phone: 412-648-1455
Place to purchase required textbooks.
Phone: 412-648-1100
The place to obtain your Pitt ID card, which you need for library and fitness center access, free shuttle and bus transport, Panther Funds access, and residence hall entrance.
Main Phone: 412-383-1800
Immunization Office: 412-383-1832
Health Education: 412-383-1830
Pharmacy: 412-383-1850
Comprehensive student health facility that includes an on-site clinical facility, a pharmacy with student discounts, full-time MDs and NPs, and health education programs.
Email: diversity@pitt.edu
Phone: 412-624-3213
Provides academic and personal support for veterans.
Phone: 412-648-7930
Offers personal counseling and support.
Academic Support Resources
1400 Posvar Hall
Phone: 412-624-6600
Email: CGSAdv@Pitt.edu
For information on all College of General Studies General Education requirements as well as all major requirements.
317B O'Hara Student Center
Experiential Learning coordinates undergraduate research, academic internships, teaching, and service.
Phone: 412-624-6880
Advising, tutoring, and support for student athletes.
Phone: 412-624-7120
Provides support for foreign students.
Phone: 412-648-7390
Housing
Phone: 412-624-9900
Main Lobby of Litchfield Towers
Phone: 412-648-1100
Phone: 412-648-1200
Litchfield Towers Lobby
Phone: 412-648-1100
Dining Services coordinates 10 eateries, coffee service, meal plans, and dining dollars.
Parking and Transportation
Emergency
Jerome Cochran Public Safety Building, 3412 Forbes Ave.
For Off Campus emergencies call 412-624-2121
General Info: 412-624-4040
Student Career Resources
Career Center
200 William Pitt Union
Phone: 412-383-4473
Extracurricular Resources
CGS Student Government
1432 Wesley W. Posvar Hall
Phone: 412-624-9718
Email: cgssg@pitt.edu
3959 Fifth Ave.
Phone: 412-624-4498
Phone: 412-648-1074
Student Life is the hub of student involvement and engagement at the University of Pittsburgh.
Baierl Student Recreation Center, 3034 Petersen Events Center, 3719 Terrace Street
Phone: 412-648-8210
The Department of Campus Recreation offers a variety of intramural sports for undergraduate and graduate students, faculty and staff to maintain their competitive edge, remain active, or simply meet new people.
Phone: 412-648-1006
Visit the Student Affairs Web site for more information on Special Services and Student Support, Social Recreational and Volunteer Opportunities, and Health, Well-Being and Safety.
Phone: 412-648-7970
Interfaces with student organizations to assist them in coordinating events, attending conferences, and managing day-to-day operations.
Phone: 412-648-7910
The Student Conduct Peer Review Board (SCPRB) will hear cases involving Code violations which will not result in suspension or dismissal.
Phone: 412-624-7115
Our Student Organization Resource Center (SORC) is here to ensure that our 600+ student organizations have the support they need to operate at the highest level.
Additional Important Resources
University Operator/Directory Information
Phone: 412-624-4141