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University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg, established in 1963 and also known as Pitt-Greensburg or UPG, is a four-year, liberal arts, regional residential campus located in Greensburg, Pennsylvania, United States. Pitt-Greensburg offers more than 20 bachelor's degree programs and over 15 minors. The campus is spread across an area of more than 215 acres.
Pitt-Greensburg’s athletics department sponsors several men’s and women’s sports teams. The university competes as a member of NCAA Division III. It is also a charter member of the Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference. The sports teams participate in sports including tennis, golf, softball, volleyball, basketball, soccer, baseball, and cross country. UPG’s sports teams are nicknamed as the Bobcats.
University Of Pittsburgh Greensburg is located in a large suburb, in Greensburg, PA. The school is a public institution. Degree levels at University Of Pittsburgh Greensburg top out at the Bachelor's degree.
One of the good things about the school is its wide range of programs leading to degrees. Students at University Of Pittsburgh Greensburg often study mathematics, business and management, therapy and counseling, and security and law enforcement.
The admissions department at the school does not accept all those who apply. Most students' verbal SAT scores were in the range of 490 to 560 in 2007-2008. A quarter of students admitted in 2007-2008 scored 600 or higher on the math SAT.
The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors.
University Of Pittsburgh Greensburg offers classes to 1,777 students (1,673 full-time equivalent).
Many students live in housing on or near campus. Students sports include formal participation in Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference competitions.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg (UPG) is a baccalaureate degree-granting unit and regional campus of the University of Pittsburgh. As an integral part of a state-related institution, the Greensburg Campus provides educational opportunities to both traditional and nontraditional students through curricular and co-curricular experiences that are focused primarily on the arts and sciences and some selected professional or pre-professional programs that are grounded in traditional liberal arts disciplines. As an undergraduate school within the broader University, UPGÆs faculty places primary emphasis on teaching excellence while maintaining a commitment to scholarship and public service.
A common part of the undergraduate educational experience is acquiring a certain depth and breadth of knowledge in a specific discipline or area that defines a studentÆs major focus of study. Equally important is the opportunity for each student to acquire the fundamentals of a liberal arts and sciences education. The University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg is committed to a General Education Program that will give its students a broader understanding of the human experience and the fundamental skills necessary for academic success and learning throughout their lifetimes.
UPG recognizes that good citizenship, civic leadership, and full participation in an information-based, global society are a function of educational excellence. Accordingly, in all curricular and co-curricular matters, including its unique academic village structure, the Greensburg Campus fulfills its mission by providing its students with opportunities to develop leadership, a sense of civic engagement and public service, global awareness, and a commitment to academic excellence."
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Pittsburgh Greensburg
150 Finoli Drive
Greensburg, PA 15601
General Phone: (412) 837-7040
http://www.upg.pitt.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 70 | speech and rhetoric, creative writing, political science, history, English literature, Latin American studies, anthropology, English language and literature, ... |
| Business and Management | 59 | business, MIS |
| Therapy and Counseling | 40 | psychology |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 25 | criminal justice and administration |
| Science | 23 | biology |
| Mathematics | 11 | applied mathematics |
Number of programs and degrees for University Of Pittsburgh Greensburg in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 225 | 15 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 3 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, University Of Pittsburgh Greensburg had a total enrollment of 1,777 students (1,673 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 51% |
| Women | 49% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 88% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 4% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 38% |
| 20-21 | 33% |
| 22-24 | 20% |
| 25-29 | 5% |
| 30-34 | 1% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 1% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 97% |
| State unknown | 1% |
| Maryland | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 73 % |
| Part-Time | 100 % |
University Of Pittsburgh Greensburg offers campus housing for 666 of its 1,673 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Greensburg, Pennsylvania for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Pennsylvania Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,425 | 1,217 | 85% | 490 | 40% |
| Men | 675 | 573 | 85% | 250 | 44% |
| Women | 750 | 644 | 86% | 240 | 37% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 490 | 560 |
| SAT Math | 480 | 600 |
| ACT Verbal | 19 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 19 | 26 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 23 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 97% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 10% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 11,782 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 21,342 |
| Room and board | $ 7,530 |
| Room charge | $ 4,910 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,620 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,030 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,840 |
Financial Aid:
University Of Pittsburgh Greensburg participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 337904)
University Of Pittsburgh Greensburg has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 16 | 18 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 6 | 6 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 13 | 15 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $88,892 | 0 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 4 | $71,295 | 3 | $86,512 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 11 | $61,587 | 15 | $59,673 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 12 | $50,865 | 13 | $49,845 |
| Instructor | academic year | 5 | $46,685 | 8 | $39,477 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 32 | $56,451 | 39 | $54,319 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference |
| Baseball | Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference |
| Track | Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business/Commerce, General
Management Information Systems, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Anthropology
Creative Writing
English Language and Literature/Letters, Other
English Literature (British and Commonwealth)
History, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
Latin American Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, General
Speech and Rhetorical Studies
MATHEMATICS
Applied Mathematics
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets University Of Pittsburgh Greensburg Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 10% |  |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in security and law enforcement (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Number of students (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) NCAA athletic conference member
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