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This site provides links to support resources for those seeking assistance as they complete their studies at the University of Pittsburgh, both at the University and within the Pittsburgh community. Please note that these links do not imply endorsement and are provided for informational purposes only.

Local COVID-19 Resources

Pitt Emergency Management Website
Guidance and information related to the University’s pandemic response.
Student Emergency Assistance Fund
The Fund, to be administered at the direction of the Provost, will be used to provide financial support for degree-seeking students of the University of Pittsburgh with unanticipated and insurmountable expenses related to emergency situations that may result in students facing financial hardship.
Pitt Pantry
Pitt Pantry continues to providing emergency food assistance to members of the Pitt Community via meal passes.
COVID-19 Resources
A central resource page from the University Library System for everyone in the Pittsburgh community currently feeling the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Allegheny County COVID-19 Website
Resources from the Allegheny County Health Department.
COVID-19 Hotline
888-856-2774
24/7 hotline for questions and concerns about COVID-19 from Allegheny County Health Department and United Way 211.
Free Food Distribution Sites
Map displaying locations of free food distribution sites in the region.
COVID-19 Resources (Pittsburgh, PA)
Managed by Ehrrin Keenan, Operations Manager at Bridge to the Mountains

University of Pittsburgh Campus Resources

Emergency Student Loans
The Emergency Student Loan program administered through the SORC is intended to assist students in overcoming minor financial emergencies.
Endowed Book Fund
Provides a grant to students to cover a semester's worth of books from the University of Pittsburgh.
Student Toolkit
Provides links to the academic calendar, academic success workshops, peer tutoring, enrollment resources, and more.
Student Health Insurance and Employment
Provides students with access to job opportunities on campus and information about health service coverage plans.
Office of Admissions and Financial Aid
Provides information and services related to financial aid and scholarships.
University Counseling Center
Provides individual, group, and couples therapy sessions.
Pitt Pantry
Provides food assistance to University of Pittsburgh students, staff, and faculty.
Disability Resources and services
412-648-7890
Student Support Services
Provides advising, skills- building workshops, leadership training, and academic tutoring as well as lots of fun social outings and activities helping first-generation and low-income students to make the most of their time at Pitt.
University Student Health Service
Provides clinical and counseling services to students.
Graduate Student Resources
Provides links to wellness resources for graduate and professional students.
Campus Police Non-Emergency Number
412-624-4040
On-Campus Emergencies (24/7)
412-624-2121

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