Your Path. Your Pace. Your Future.
A flexible Pitt degree built for real life.
CGS is part of the University of Pittsburgh, designed for students whose college journey doesn’t follow a traditional timeline. If you’re balancing work, returning to school, transferring, or managing other responsibilities, CGS helps you move forward without starting over.
WHO CGS IS FOR
CGS supports students who need flexibility without sacrificing academic quality.
You may be a CGS student if you are:
- Returning to college after time away
- Transferring from another institution
- Working while completing your degree
- Managing family or personal commitments
- Seeking a more flexible Pitt degree path
A PITT DEGREE BUILT AROUND YOUR GOALS
CGS offers career-focused, interdisciplinary programs designed to give you both flexibility and direction.
At CGS, you can:
- Build a structured, career-focused degree plan
- Choose interdisciplinary paths aligned with your goals
- Take classes online, hybrid, or in person
- Move at a pace that fits your life
- Learn from University of Pittsburgh faculty across disciplines
You follow a purposeful academic path designed to support what comes next.
FLEXIBILITY THAT FITS REAL LIFE
CGS courses are designed for accessibility without lowering academic standards.
- Online, hybrid, and evening course options
- Flexible scheduling that supports work, family, and academic goals
- Part-time and full-time enrollment plans
A CONNECTED STUDENT COMMUNITY
Students are part of a close-knit, supportive community with opportunities to grow and get involved:
- Student government and a wide range of student organizations
- Leadership development opportunities that build confidence and experience
- Professional networking that continues beyond graduation
SUPPORT AT EVERY STEP
From your first semester through graduation, you’re guided by a strong network of support:
- Dedicated academic advising
- Personalized degree planning
- Tailored academic support through the McCarl Center for Nontraditional Student Success
- Ongoing career counseling and lifelong learning resources
Ready to Move Forward at Pitt CGS?
You don’t have to pause your life to earn your degree, but you also don’t have to figure it out alone. If you’re ready, or even just exploring what’s possible, we can help you take the next step.