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University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown : Overview, Courses, Scholarships & Rankings

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About University of Pittsburgh

Perched on a wooded ridge above Johnstown, Pitt-Johnstown pairs small-campus attention with resources from the wider Pitt family. It's known for solid preparation in sciences, engineering foundations, health fields, business, education, and the liberal arts. Classrooms sit beside well equipped labs and studios, a busy library and study spaces, and places to get help, from tutoring and advising to counseling and a career center.

Student life runs active and outdoorsy: clubs, intramurals, performing arts, and weekend events that spill onto nearby trails. The campus vibe is friendly, practical, a touch no-nonsense, with Mountain Cat spirit showing up at games and service projects. And career prep leans on hands-on coursework, mentoring, and ties to employers in the region plus the wider Pitt network. Johnstown's tight-knit community offers real-world experience with hospitals, manufacturers, schools, and nonprofits right down the hill.

Key Institutional Details

Contact & Profile

Location
450 Schoolhouse Road, Johnstown, Pennsylvania, 15904, USA
Unit ID
215284

Academic & Institutional

Control
Public institution (funded by state or local government)
Accreditation
MSCHE
Length of Study
Programs under 2 years (e.g. certificate or diploma)
Calendar System
Semester system (two main terms per year)
Award Levels
Associate's
Bachelor's
Other Award
Campus Setting
Located in a small suburb (outside principal city, under 100,000 population)
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate - Diverse Fields
Tuition & Fees
In-State
$14,646
Tuition $13,660 + Fee $986
Out-of-State
$26,520
Tuition $25,534 + Fee $986
Student Profile
Total Students 1,940
Undergraduate 1,934
Graduate/Other 6
Male: 1,080 Female: 860
Applications
Total Applicants 3,246
Admitted 3,113
Enrolled 474
Acceptance: 95.9% Yield: 15.2%
Staff
Total Staff 292
Full-time 270
Part-time 22
Full-time: 92.5% Part-time: 7.5%

Academic Programs & Fields of Study

University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown offers 37 degree programs across 17 major academic fields, graduating approximately 428 students annually. The most popular fields by graduate volume are Engineering (5 programs, 91 graduates), Business (4 programs, 69 graduates), Education (3 programs, 54 graduates), Computer & IT (2 programs, 44 graduates) and Biological Sciences (2 programs, 39 graduates). Explore program details, award levels, and graduate demographics below.

Engineering (5 programs, 91 graduates)
Engineering Sciences and Applied Technology Solutions
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Mechanical Engineering 30
Bachelor's
14.1901
Civil Engineering 24
Bachelor's
14.0801
Chemical Engineering 18
Bachelor's
14.0701
Electrical and Electronics Engineering 11
Bachelor's
14.1001
Computer Engineering 8
Bachelor's
14.0901
Business (4 programs, 69 graduates)
Business Administration, Marketing and Entrepreneurship
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Marketing Management 23
Bachelor's
52.1401
Finance, General 19
Bachelor's
52.0801
Accounting 15
Bachelor's
52.0301
Business Administration 12
Bachelor's
52.0101
Education (3 programs, 54 graduates)
Educational Sciences, Teaching Methods and Pedagogy
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Early Childhood Education 42
Bachelor's
13.1210
Secondary Education and Teaching 11
Bachelor's
13.1205
Middle School Education and Teaching 1
Bachelor's
13.1203
Computer & IT (2 programs, 44 graduates)
Computer Science, Information Technology and Cybersecurity
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Information Science 22
Bachelor's
11.0401
Computer Science 22
Bachelor's
11.0701
Biological Sciences (2 programs, 39 graduates)
Life Sciences, Biotechnology and Biomedical Research
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Biology and Biological Sciences 35
Bachelor's
26.0101
Biochemistry 4
Bachelor's
26.0202
Social Sciences (5 programs, 27 graduates)
Sociology, Anthropology and Political Science Studies
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Political Science and Government 12
Bachelor's
45.1001
Geography 6
Other Award
45.0701
Sociology 4
Bachelor's
45.1101
American Government and Politics 3
Other Award
45.1002
Social Sciences 2
Bachelor's
45.0101
Psychology (1 programs, 25 graduates)
Psychological Sciences, Mental Health and Behavioral Studies
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
General Psychology 25
Bachelor's
42.0101
Health (3 programs, 17 graduates)
Healthcare Professions, Medical Sciences and Clinical Practice
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Health Administration and Management 6
Bachelor's
51.0701
Respiratory Care Therapy 6
Associate's
51.0908
Surgical Technology 5
Associate's
51.0909
English (3 programs, 16 graduates)
English Literature, Creative Writing and Literary Analysis
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Rhetoric and Composition 11
Bachelor's
23.1304
British and Commonwealth Literature 3
Bachelor's
23.1404
Creative Writing 2
Bachelor's
23.1302
Security & Safety (1 programs, 15 graduates)
Emergency Management, Law Enforcement and Public Safety
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Criminal Justice Administration 15
Bachelor's
43.0103

Admission Requirements & Test Scores

Comprehensive overview of admission criteria, standardized test score ranges, and application requirements for prospective students at University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown.

Application Requirements

Secondary School GPA
Required
Secondary School Record
Required
Formal Demonstration of Competencies
Neither required nor recommended
English Proficiency Test (TOEFL)
Required
Standardized Test Scores
SAT Scores
The SAT is a standardized college admission test measuring reading, writing, and math skills. Scores range from 400-1600 (combined Evidence-Based Reading & Writing + Math sections).
Composite Score Range
1040 - 1255
25th-75th percentile
Evidence-Based Reading & Writing 520 - 625
Median: 570
Math 520 - 630
Median: 570
ACT Scores
The ACT is a standardized test for college admissions assessing English, math, reading, and science reasoning. Scores range from 1-36 (composite of all sections).
Composite Score Range
19 - 32
25th-75th percentile
English 19 - 31
Median: 25
Math 17 - 28
Median: 24

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Test score ranges represent the middle 50% of admitted students (25th-75th percentile). Requirements may vary by program.

Tuition, Fees & Estimated Costs

Overview of tuition rates, housing, and other annual education expenses for undergraduate and graduate students

Estimated Total Cost
(In-state)
$32,468
Estimated Total Cost
(Out-state)
$44,342
In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$14,646
Tuition and fees for students residing in-state
Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$26,520
Tuition and fees for non-resident students
Room & Board
$12,290 (on) / $13,338 (off)
Housing and meal plan expenses
Books & Supplies
$750
Average yearly cost of books and study materials
Other Expenses
$4,782
Miscellaneous personal and institutional expenses
Other Expenses (with family)
$4,782
Estimated cost for students living with family
Graduate In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
N/A
Graduate tuition rates for in-state students
Graduate Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
N/A
Graduate tuition rates for non-resident students

Financial Aid & Student Support

Summary of scholarships, grants, student loans, and financial aid statistics for undergraduate students

25%
FTFT Aid Recipients
Avg. Grant
$10,886
Avg. Loan
$8,417
Avg. Federal Loan
$5,231
Additional
Students with Any Grant
504
Students who received any type of grant aid
Students with Any Loan
309
Students who received any type of loan-based aid
Students with Federal Grant
477
Students who received a federal grant
Avg. Institutional Grant
$8,164
Average amount of institutional grant awarded

Student Success Metrics

Graduation rates and post-graduation earnings to help assess student outcomes and long-term value of education.

53%
Graduation Rate
Percentage of students who successfully graduate from the institution
76%
First-Year Retention Rate
Percentage of first-year students who continue for a second year
Median Earnings Over Time
$43,765 – $96,619
Salary Range (25th–75th Percentile, 10 Years)
$43,765 (25th %) $96,619 (75th %)
*Median Salary After 10 Years: $66,125
Median Salary After 6 Years
$54,240
Average annual earnings of former students six years after starting college.
Median Salary After 10 Years
$66,125
Average annual earnings of former students ten years after starting college.

Loan Burden & Repayment Outcomes

Breakdown of loan repayment rates and student debt levels by income and dependency status.

3-Year Loan Repayment Rate
75.3%
Share of borrowers who repaid loans within 3 years
Repayment Rate (Graduates Only)
84.2%
Repayment rate among students who completed their program
Median Student Loan Debt
$24,250
Median federal loan debt of undergraduate completers at time of graduation.
Repayment by Income
Low 60.7%
Middle 75.2%
High 82.9%
Repayment by Dependency
Dependent 77.6%
Independent 55.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most common questions about University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown

How much does it cost to attend University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown?

The annual tuition at University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown is $14,646 for in-state students and $26,520 for out-of-state students. When including room and board, books, and other expenses, the total estimated cost is approximately $32,468 for in-state students and $44,342 for out-of-state students. Additional costs include room and board $12,290 (on) / $13,338 (off) and books and supplies $750.

Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2022-2023 academic year. Tuition and cost estimates are approximate and may not include all fees, personal expenses, or transportation costs.

What academic programs and degree levels does University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown offer?

University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown offers 37 academic programs across 17 major fields of study, with available degree levels: Associate's, Bachelor's, Other Award.

Most popular program areas include:

  • Engineering Sciences and Applied Technology Solutions (5 programs)
  • Business Administration, Marketing and Entrepreneurship (4 programs)
  • Educational Sciences, Teaching Methods and Pedagogy (3 programs)
  • Computer Science, Information Technology and Cybersecurity (2 programs)
  • Life Sciences, Biotechnology and Biomedical Research (2 programs)

Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2023-2024 academic year. Numbers reflect programs where students graduated, not all offered programs.

What is the acceptance rate for University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown?

University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown has an 95.9% acceptance rate and a 15.2% yield rate, making it moderately selective.

Admission statistics breakdown:

  • Total applicants: 3,246
  • Students admitted: 3,113
  • Students enrolled: 474

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Admission statistics may vary by program and application cycle.

What financial aid and scholarships are available at University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown?

University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown provides financial aid to 25% of first-time, full-time students, with average grants of $10,886 and average loans of $8,417.

Average financial aid amounts by type:

  • Pell grants: $4,743
  • State/Local grants: $4,545
  • Institutional grants: $8,164
  • Federal loans: $5,231

The university supports 504 students with grants and 309 students with loans annually.

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Financial aid amounts and percentages may vary by program, enrollment status, and individual circumstances.

What is the average salary for University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown graduates?

University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown graduates earn a median salary of $54,240 after 6 years and $66,125 after 10 years.

The salary range 10 years after graduation spans from $43,765 (25th percentile) to $96,619 (75th percentile).

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Salary data reflects graduates who received federal financial aid (approximately 60% of all graduates). Actual earnings may vary significantly based on program, location, and individual circumstances.

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