<p>Just checked the Pitt Bradford site for transferring, I don’t think you are allowed to transfer into Nursing at Main. Because it’s such a small, competitive program, if you were to go to Main for Nursing you would have to go through a full transfer application process (i.e. treat it like you are applying from a completely different university) instead of a more simple internal transfer. So no, it’s not easy to transfer after two years.</p>
<p>UPB is definitely <em>not</em> an urban area are all. Then again, neither is PSU. However, I think being at a main campus with more to offer may be better for you, overall, than being at a regional campus. I think you should seriously look at PSU and see if it meets all of your other requirements for a nursing school compared to UPB. Like I said, your chances of getting into Main for Nursing are slim-to-none due to a small class size and lack of room in later years.</p>
<p>Quick Edit: It’s “Pitt” not “Pitts”. Just FYI.</p>
<p>in our group of 4 we have one junior and 3 sophomores with our lowest housing number being 175 for a sophomore then 2600 for a junior. what are our chances for Bouquet Gardens?</p>
<p>Also, do you know how hard it is to get a 3 person suite in Ruskin with one junior and two sophomores?</p>
<p>Very low to none. Because you have two sophomores, you are ranked lower than ANY group of 4 juniors as well as ANY group of 3 juniors and 1 sophomore. Because Bouquet is so popular, I don’t know of anyone as a sophomore who lived there. Certainly not two in the same apartment.</p>
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<p>Should be easier because Ruskin tends to have a lot of sophomores who live there, so the 1 junior will actually boost the group above any group of 3 sophomores. I’d say a pretty decent chance.</p>
<p>@SouthEastMom points out the location of Chipotle on campus (Forbes Avenue near the intersection of Atwood)… There’s also a QDoba on that block. And if you walk about 3 blocks down Atwoods towards Bates you will find the Las Palmas 2 Taco Stand which sells the most AMAZING tacos ever. EVER.</p>
<p>Do you mean to live there as a freshman? Submit your housing deposit early and put Nordy Hall as a top choice as soon as you get the housing packet/information and return it to PC. There’s no guarantee of living in any particular dorm unless you apply to an LLC (ex: Honors Housing, Engineering Housing). As a side note, roughly 1 in 3 girls will live in Holland Hall by default.</p>
<p>Not at all! Many of my friends were on scholarships and lived elsewhere. There’s no obligation to live in the UHC housing, although it is wonderful, especially for freshman. I will say though that it is a good idea to be involved (in whatever way you want) with the UHC because the more involved you are, the more opportunities will become available to you in later years.</p>
<p>I’m a junior trying to decide where I want to go. I have a few questions:
Are there fun things/parties to do on the weekends, or are you bored a lot of the time?
Will I be out of place as a girl in the engineering program?
If I have a 4.3 GPA (it will probably be a 4.5 or higher at the end of this semester) with high (projected to get a 32 on ACT, 2200 on SAT) test scores, how much money do you think I could get? I’m also involved in quite a few clubs and I’m a member of the swim team. </p>
<p>As an incoming international freshman, I would like to know about your experience with intl students at pitt. Did they fit in socially? Are Americans open and friendly to them? Anything else? </p>
<p>Secondly, I’m deciding whether to declare a Biology or Chemistry major (pre-med). Have you heard anything about premeds in these programs?</p>
<p>What’s Pittsburgh like? Could it be compared to Atlanta for example?.How’s the social scene? </p>
<p>LOADS. You can take the bus to another neighborhood for shopping, food, movies, or activities. Go to one of the museums for free. Head downtown for a hockey/baseball game or catch a show/ballet in the cultural district. Clubs are always having events (speakers, dances, movie nights, etc.) If you want to find a party on Th/Fri/Sat night you can do that as well. There’s something for everyone to stay entertained.</p>
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<p>Not at all, although some departments are more evenly mixed (i.e. close to 50-50 M-F) than others. Overall though, you won’t feel out of place.</p>
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<p>Hard to tell. A bit easier because you’re a girl in engineering but how hard were your courses. What state do you live in. What kind of hook (other than female) do you bring? How early are you applying. How strong are your scores, really (32 ACT is the minimum, and people with higher scores in the past have not gotten money). My advice to you: Apply early, apply thoroughly (essay, LOR, campus visit) and get as strong of a test score as possible.</p>
<p>Definitely. You’ll probably be put into the international mentors program your first year where you’re matched with a Pitt student who helps you acclimate to life here, shows you around, and generally helps you out with whatever you need (the program itself will do social nights, runs to Target to get supplies before move-in, etc.) Especially in SSOE we have quite a few international students and for the most part they do acclimate well. Depending on where you are from you may find fellow countrymen to hang out with which can help with the homesickness a bit.</p>
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<p>Doesn’t matter what you major in because pre-med is just a track of courses and not a major. Pick whatever you want. Chem isn’t the big problem class, OChem (and OChem Lab) are difficult. I have heard nothing bad about Chem 1/2 or Bio 1/2. Overall the “premed community” at Pitt is very supportive. Lots of kids helping each other out, keeping an eye out for opportunities, study groups, etc.</p>
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<p>Pittsburgh is the biggest small town you’ve ever seen. It’s a conglomeration of neighborhoods which surround downtown and each other, each with their own vibe and feel. Oakland is where campus is- very college-y, cheap good food, bars, etc. Then you have Squirrel Hill- homey, lots of park-area, some shops and restaurants. Shadyside is the yuppy bar/food area with fancier shops and good eateries. The Waterfront is a big strip mall with some restaurants and a movie theater. Etc. Not comparable to Atlanta at all, the downtown area is much smaller, and the neighborhoods surrounding it are technically part of the city but you wouldn’t feel like you were in a city. The Social scene is friendly, welcoming, and mostly liberal on/near campus.</p>
<p>You REALLY are “awesome”, thank you. I will be traveling to Pitt next weekend for a campus visit with DD, a current high school junior. We’re excited that Pitt is playing in the NCAA and they have a game Sat at 1:40pm that will be televised from Orlando. Do you have any suggestions of places we should watch the game on campus or nearby? I’d love her to be able to get a taste of the Pitt bball spirit. Also, any other suggestions of things off the beaten path that would give her an introduction would be greatly appreciated. After lots of web research, we are very excited to see the real Pitt!</p>
<p>Any of the bar/restaurants. I’d say Hemingways is my first thought (good food too) or Peters Pub. Heck, even Wingharts on Semple may have it. There’s also STACKD in Shadyside which tends to host the Pitt Alumni in the area (burgers + tvs in each booth).</p>
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<p>Take some time to wander around campus. I <em>hope beyond hope</em> it is finally warm when you come (it’s been unusually cold this year). Definitely wander through the Cathedral of Learning (head up to the UHC on 35/36 for some great views). I’d say if you DD knows what program she is into try to meet with the dean/head of department and get a tour of the place or talk to some students in the program. Walk through the Student Union, take a picture on the Panther Statue. Head over to the Frick Fine Art building and admire the fountain (assuming it’s even on) then turn around and appreciate the view of The Cathedral. If someone isn’t getting hitched, poke your head into Heinz Hall (and note the people on the stained glass, did you find Isaac Newton and Emily Dickenson?). If you like ice cream or frozen yogurt, check out Dave & Andy’s or Razzy Fresh. Making your way downtown? Go to Point State Park and admire the view of the north shore and the stadiums (Heinz Field, PNC Park). Check out the food options at Market Square, I hear there are some good things there. If you’ve got time, drive over to Station Square and take the Incline up to Mt. Washington. The view can be beat.</p>
<p>Thanks for the tips, this is just what we were hoping to learn. Her info session and tours are not until Tuesday, so we will have time to wander around. And, the cold won’t bother us, it will be exciting since we are from the south. </p>
<p>Definitely but be a little careful, during the day they are generally locked or being used for class. See if there is a tour of them (only like $2 I believe) which would be nice.</p>