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UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Β· City: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#306
Nationally
#32
In Pennsylvania
65%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 80%
$14,190
Annual Tuition
per year
594
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
58/100
Good
#306 nationally
#32 in Pennsylvania
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes50
πŸ’°Affordability73
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth51

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing is a private nonprofit two-year community college located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. With 594 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 65%, the institution is considered moderately selective. Annual tuition is $14,190, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $14,540 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate65%↑ Above avg
National avg: 80%
66
Applied
43
Admitted
43
Enrolled
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$14,190/yr
Room & Board$2,495/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$18,685/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$14,190↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$14,540
$30,001 – $48,000$11,240
$48,001 – $75,000$20,867
Student Body
594
Total Undergrads
88% F / 12% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 59%
Hispanic 6%
Black 21%
Asian 3%
Two or more 6%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($14,190/yr) is well below the national average for private nonprofit colleges
  • βœ“Reasonable room and board costs at $2,495/yr
  • βœ“Small campus environment (594 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Data on some metrics is not yet available β€” contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationPittsburgh, Pennsylvania
SettingCity: Large
SizeUnder 1,000
Affordability Spotlight
$14,540
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#32
in Pennsylvania out of 7+ colleges
#306
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.