Adult Students

Welcome! This community is space for adult and non-traditional students to access Career Center services and University support. You will find job search resources, ways to connect with on-campus groups, and strategies for identifying employers who meet your unique needs. These resources compliment the information provided in the Career Communities, where you will find resources for specific industries and areas of study.

To discuss or share additional resources for this affinity group, please contact Carol Balk at carol.balk@pitt.edu.

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Navigating Your Major and Career Journey: The Importance of Understanding Your Values

Published on April 17, 2024

When exploring careers, many consider whether an occupation will be personally fulfilling to them or not. This personal fulfillment can come in many different forms. For example, some folks are most satisfied by helping others, while others find joy in …

By Holly Schultz

Pitt2Pitt Scholarship Program for Pitt Grads

Published on January 22, 2024

Graduating Pitt undergraduates and alumni can receive up to a $7,500 tuition scholarship per year when they enroll in a participating Pitt graduate or professional program (listed below).

We know your Pitt education has prepared you for the next level—obtaining …

By Alyson Kavalukas

Five Ways to Make College Work as a Non-Traditional Student

Published on December 15, 2021

Depending on how they’re categorized, non-traditional students account for between one- and two-thirds of college admissions, but in simple terms, a non-traditional college student in the US is anyone who has not entered university studies directly from secondary education or …

By Alex Ball

Non-Traditional Student? Aim For Your Goal

Published on December 15, 2021

Nontraditional students have busy schedules, and college can sometimes feel like a second job. When you have to work, take care of your family, and go to school, it can be hard to find the time to study, but that …

By Alex Ball

How to Tell if an Employer Actually Supports Working Parents (Before You Accept an Offer)

Published on July 8, 2021

Maybe you’ve got a dream job prospect dangling right in front of you or perhaps you’re feeling ready for a new challenge, a different boss, or a change of scenery and it’s time to find a new gig.

As a …

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Adult Students

News & Advice

Navigating Your Major and Career Journey: The Importance of Understanding Your Values

Pitt2Pitt Scholarship Program for Pitt Grads

Five Ways to Make College Work as a Non-Traditional Student

Non-Traditional Student? Aim For Your Goal

How to Tell if an Employer Actually Supports Working Parents (Before You Accept an Offer)

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Adult Students Resources

Support for Adults Returning to College

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