JOHNSTOWN, Pa. – A new University of Pittsburgh program for regional campuses, including in Johnstown, will cover tuition costs for eligible Pennsylvania residents starting with the fall 2026 term.

“The Pitt Regional Campus Tuition Pledge reflects our deep commitment to the students attending our regional campuses,” Pitt Chancellor Joan Gabel said in a statement. “Students in Bradford, Greensburg, Johnstown, Titusville and across Pennsylvania deserve affordable access to a University of Pittsburgh education, and this program is our direct investment in making that a reality while strengthening the communities our regional campuses serve.”

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