Upperclass Honors Housing
The Residential Honors Communities at the University of Pittsburgh are both the same as, yet different from, traditional college residences. They are similar in that they are places for fun, personal growth, and meeting peers. They're places where students can unwind, relax, and enjoy collegiate life outside of the classroom.
The Honors Communities differ from traditional residences in that they are not retreats from the intellectual life of the University. Instead, the Honors Communities are central to the intellectual life of the University. They are places where students can further explore intellectual topics from the classroom and beyond.
The Upperclass Honors Communities are a diverse and dynamic group of 100+ undergraduate students. Residents hail from every corner of the globe, represent practically every major and have a multitude of different interests. Despite these differences, all these students share commitments to academic excellence, student involvement and responsible living.
Since this living experience is student driven, the Honors College is looking for students who have the maturity and the creativity to help make this place continue to succeed. Successful applicants usually display the following:
- A commitment to academic excellence.
- Preference will be given to students who maintain an average of a B+ or higher (3.25 QPA).
- A commitment to the continued development of this living environment. This includes active involvement in the fostering and implementation of projects for the community.
- A commitment to service in the surrounding community.
- Students who plan to live here should be committed to at least 20 hours a semester in community service projects.
- A commitment to responsible living. This includes a respect for oneself and the other members of his or her living community.
- In return for your commitment, the University of Pittsburgh and the Honors College is committed to making your experience a rewarding and special one!
