The University of Pittsburgh is committed to providing educational and professional opportunities for women and members of other traditionally under represented groups. In an attempt to increase higher education opportu nities for such individuals, the University has undertaken efforts to enlarge the national pool of women and members of other traditionally under represented groups from which faculty can be drawn. The program, administered by the Provost Office, is intended to provide financial support and develop opportunities for women, and members of other traditionally under represented groups during the later stages of their doctoral work. Students must be able to demonstrate substantial financial need. Students should have completed their comprehensive examinations and have an approved dissertation prospectus.
Funding is allocated for things such as tuition, stipends, travel and other dissertation expenses .
In addition to demonstrated financial need and evidence of the intent to pursue an academic career, currently priority is being given to applicants in the Natural Sciences, Applied Sciences, and other quantitatively based disciplines. You can download the PDF file below.