CGS - College of General Studies - University of Pittsburgh

Choosing Online Courses

Our online courses meet the needs of students who are looking for a learning experience that links high quality faculty, outstanding materials, and convenient course formats. As a part of the College of General Studies, you will have access to a wide array of resources and assistance open to all members of the University community.

Please review the following materials to see if our online courses are the right choice.

• Test Drive a Course
  Take a look at a current online course through the Course Description Tool. The College of General Studies is the third listing down from the top.
• Technical Requirements
  You should have regular computer access to be a successful online student. Online courses require frequent and extended periods of computer usage. For the technical requirements needed on your system, please click here.

If you like what you see and would like to take the next step, please visit the following links to help you choose your course(s).

• For new students, read about the application process and submit an application for enrollment at the College of General Studies.
• For current Pitt students, review our current course offerings by term at the Course Description Tool. College of General Studies classes are on the third listing down from the top.