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Sort By: [Date] [Major] [Rating] History/Histories (art history/etc.)  Major Salary, Salary Trend, Satisfaction, Unemployment Quite Bright I transferred from Drexel University in Philadelphia. It wasn't a slight against Drexel, but against Philadelphia, which is (in my opinion) a filthy, unwelcoming city, despite it's "Brotherly Love" trademark. I was accepted by Pitt's School of Engineering, but I eventually switched to the College of Arts and Sciences, where I obtained my B.A. in History. I enjoyed my major classes more than the general education classes. In general, the upper level courses were the most challenging and interesting, though my Spanish I and II classes were amazing, as well. The city of Pittsburgh is a rather friendly city. I often took walks around campus and the surrounding neighborhoods by myself after dark, and not once was I ever harassed or even bothered. The bus system is comprehensive and rides are free for all Pitt students. The campus and faculty are both wonderful. I'm currently attending graduate school here, and I have no regrets about my return to Pitt. University Resource Use: A+, Scholastic Success: B Have a Question? Your Response/Question:     To be informed when someone replies to your comment. (private)  More →  Jan 06 2010 4th Year Female -- Class 2001    Forward  Blog it! Blog about this comment from your webpage or Blog, or MySpace account: Just copy and paste! <script src='http://www.studentsreview.com/active/shared/sr_comment.js?sckey=63648&uid=1213'></script> <a href='http://www.studentsreview.com' style='font-size:8pt;'>Data Source: StudentsReview!</a> Rate this comment: Useless (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Helpful       Save   Accounting  Major Salary, Salary Trend, Satisfaction, Unemployment Average where would u like me to start? The city is shit, there is nothing to do here and it's basically a slum. Bring a gun freshman and don't leave your DR late at night! The professors are pompous arrogant assholes who care about nothing more than their paycheck. The school as a whole is not very "challenging" as ppl on here say. Most of the classes get a huge curve and u can pass just by sitting in the room, or at least showing up to exams and finals. One person told me "oh go ahead and dual major in math, you won't fail the hard classes they curve the grades so much". Wow, and u still like this school dude? This school is a degree mill. Come here if you are not looking to get much out of a university. The "teachers" are going to give you a book and basically say "don't bother me, you have a book!". Most of the positive reviews on here are from people who are just happy to be at a university, a good percentage of in state students come from community colleges. Do not, do not look at ratings and think that other schools ranked the same are...are just as good as this school. Tulane is ranked about the same but Pitt students will not get accepted at Tulane, and they don't have 60% of thier student body coming from a community college. In closing i'll say this, The University of Pittsburhg is a step up from a community college but it is not much more. IT IS A CRAPPY SCHOOL. THE END. Have a Question? Your Response/Question:     To be informed when someone replies to your comment. (private)  More →  Dec 29 2009 1st Year Female -- Class 2013    Forward  Blog it! Blog about this comment from your webpage or Blog, or MySpace account: Just copy and paste! <script src='http://www.studentsreview.com/active/shared/sr_comment.js?sckey=63424&uid=1213'></script> <a href='http://www.studentsreview.com' style='font-size:8pt;'>Data Source: StudentsReview!</a> Rate this comment: Useless (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Helpful       Save   Engineering Department  Major Salary, Salary Trend, Satisfaction, Unemployment Quite Bright The University of Pittsburgh is a great school for both average students and exceptional students. The education received is well worth the affordable price paid, especially if you can get a scholarship. The Engineering department is very competent and state of the art engineering buildings are almost complete. You will work as an engineer at Pitt (most likely much more than your fellow classmates), but in the end you will realize how much this will benefit you when you have exceptional talents, work habits, and a secure job as an engineer. As a whole, Pitt will provide you with a great college experience. Embedded in the great city of Pittsburgh, Pitt resides in it's own community known as Oakland. The hustle and bustle you will see every day will be of students, professors, and faculty, not businessmen and working adults. The social scene at Pitt is great. Living in Towers you will meet innumerable people and will truly be exposed to "college." Parties are very easy to find Thurs-Saturday. Kids do not party every day of the week as is the common misconception and almost everyone I have met is more concerned with their school work. Pitt will truly give you that college experience you envisioned in your mind while sitting through that boring history class in high school. Athletics are also a huge part of the school. My best memories thus far are from Pitt basketball and football games. Tailgating HOURS before football games, making signs, body paint, and the crazy student sections makes for a great sports experience that many other universities don't have. Pitt is an all-around great school, combining great academics, athletics, location, and student body. You will find everything you need and want from your college experience at Pitt. Hail to Pitt! Surrounding City: A+, Useful Schoolwork: B+ Have a Question? Your Response/Question:     To be informed when someone replies to your comment. (private)  More →  Dec 26 2009 1st Year Male -- Class 2013    Forward  Blog it! Blog about this comment from your webpage or Blog, or MySpace account: Just copy and paste! <script src='http://www.studentsreview.com/active/shared/sr_comment.js?sckey=63353&uid=1213'></script> <a href='http://www.studentsreview.com' style='font-size:8pt;'>Data Source: StudentsReview!</a> Rate this comment: Useless (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Helpful       Save   Engineering Department  Major Salary, Salary Trend, Satisfaction, Unemployment Bright I am a part time student at The University of Pittsburgh. Nothing is set up for part time students. I asked a professor for help, he sent me to the Academic Resource Center, I went there only to be told that the person tutoring was not familiar with the chapter I was currently studying. Most academic help is set up during the day while I'm in work. I'm sure the school is great if you are a full time student. If you are a part time student, think twice before applying to the University of Pittsburgh!! Campus Aesthetics: B+, Faculty Accessibility: F Have a Question? Your Response/Question:     To be informed when someone replies to your comment. (private)  More →  Nov 12 2009 3rd Year Female -- Class 2011    Forward  Blog it! Blog about this comment from your webpage or Blog, or MySpace account: Just copy and paste! <script src='http://www.studentsreview.com/active/shared/sr_comment.js?sckey=62216&uid=1213'></script> <a href='http://www.studentsreview.com' style='font-size:8pt;'>Data Source: StudentsReview!</a> Rate this comment: Useless (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Helpful       Save      Prev    Select Page:  1  2  3  4  5  6  7 ... 22    Next

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