University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown

A Message from the President

Thank you for considering the University of Pittsburgh Johnstown (UPJ) in your preparation for career readiness.   I’d like to please take a moment to share with you a few reasons why UPJ is a special place of possibility, where people of great promise like you can fulfill their potential.

On the verge of our 100th anniversary in the year 2027, Pitt-Johnstown has received numerous recognitions largely because of our record in preparing students, like you, for success in the real world: 

•    Consistently ranked among the foremost Best Public Regional Colleges in the North

•     Top 5 Nursing program in the U.S. & great career readiness programs in engineering, business, education & more

•    Excellent faculty-scholars and staff contribute to student success and high graduation rates

•    Recognized for programs that build “in-demand job skills” & increase lifetime earnings

•    Top-tier US News “Best College for Veterans”

•    Top-notch contender in prestigious student competitions, such as Concrete Canoe

•    Excellent student life, championship athletic teams and fun social clubs!

•    Partnering with the Johnstown community to build FutureReady for workforce development

•    The ‘new’ John R. Musulin University Center (200,000 sq. ft. on 74-acres) creates huge opportunities for top-notch academic & athletics facilities to boost enrollments

Again, thank you for considering UPJ – a place where every dream is possible, every student like you is a person of great promise, capable of achieving your highest potential, and, readiness for success in the real-world.