Pitt Chancellor's Full Undergraduate Merit Scholarship

Pitt's most prestigious full academic scholarship awarded to incoming first-year students of extraordinary intellectual promise.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Minimum 3.9/4.0 unweighted GPA in rigorous high school AP/IB coursework
English language proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or TOEFL 100 for international students
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Test-optional
Thesis / Research statement: Personal statement demonstrating exceptional leadership and creative scholarship
Recommendation letters: Two letters from secondary school educators

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Full tuition, mandatory fees, room and board, and a USD $500 book allowance per semester for eight semesters
Application fee: USD $55 (waivers available)
Tuition / joining costs: USD $21,500/year (PA resident) or USD $39,800/year (Out-of-state)

Dates and verification

Application deadline: November 15, 2026
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official University of Pittsburgh documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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