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Starting this year, the number of college-aged students will steadily decline for at least a decade. Pitt won't be greatly affected, experts say, but small local colleges will. The post Pitt is a “winner” as demographic cliff of college-aged students begins, experts say appeared first on The Pitt News .
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Pitt students at regional campuses from low-income families in Pennsylvania will get free tuition this fall, and some first-generation students say it will enhance their college experience. The post Pitt makes tuition free for some students on regional campuses appeared first on The Pitt News .
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While the University of Pittsburgh has slipped in the Center for World University Rankings over the past three years, faculty and alumni say a school's overall ranking is only one measure of its value. The post Pitt drops to No. 86 in global ranking, but experts suggest looking beyond the numbers appeared first on The Pitt News .
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Many students in Pitt’s incoming Class of 2030 have already built a habit of turning to AI during high school. The post First-year students plan to continue academic usage of AI at Pitt appeared first on The Pitt News .
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Forbes’ annual “New Ivies” list — started three years ago — ranks 20 public and private colleges whose graduates are highly rated by employers. This year's list was released in early April, featuring a few new and returning entries but lacking a consecutive nod for Pitt. Universities, including Pitt, often publicize the recognition widely, but names on this
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According to Pittsburgh public information officer Cara Cruz, in Oakland there were 45 car break-ins in 2024, 62 in 2025, and 46 by the end of May 2026. The most common means of break-ins in Oakland are unlocked and running vehicles, she said. The post Car break-ins rise in Oakland, City data shows appeared first on The Pitt News .
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Introduced on May 29, the Office of Management and Budget's proposal would also allow federal agencies to terminate active grants at any time and require compliance with Donald Trump's “policy priorities." With Pitt's status as a major research institution, Pitt researchers and leaders are concerned. The post A federal proposal would give political appointee
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The University of Pittsburgh ended its lease with the Hampton Inn for the 2026-2027 academic year, removing an upperclassmen dorm option for many students. The post Pitt ends its lease with Hampton Inn for 2026-2027 school year appeared first on The Pitt News .
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From South Oakland porches to popular bars and restaurants, Pitt students held and attended watch parties to witness the first 32 picks of the 2026 NFL Draft. Many chose to stay local to avoid the anticipated Thursday night crowds. The post Draft dodging: Pitt students avoid North Shore crowds, attend NFL Draft watch parties in Oakland appeared first on The
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