Housing
Students who will be enrolled in programs held at the University of Pittsburgh are responsible for organizing their own housing. Students typically select:
- University of Pittsburgh dormitory
- Summer sublet in Pittsburgh
- Commute from home (if you live nearby)
Below you will find the details (costs/locations) of the on-campus housing options that were available during the 2025 program.
University of Pittsburgh dormitories
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SLI has reserved a block of rooms at the Panther Hall dormitory for the summer of 2025. Reservations and payment for a room in Panther Hall are due May 7th, 2025. Panther Hall offers on-campus, double occupancy bedrooms at the cost of $47.30 per night. There will also be a one-time processing fee of $5. You will be housed in a double occupancy room with another SLI participant. Kitchen facilities are available in Panther Hall. Residency at Panther Hall does not include a meal plan. A description of Panther Hall may be found online here: Panther Hall Housing
And a student-made room tour video is available here: Panther Hall - University of Pittsburgh
Instructions detailing the process for signing up for a room in Panther Hall by the May 7th deadline are sent by email to students who commit to attend SLI. Please do not delay your reservation upon receipt of instructions. Panther Hall confirmed residents will receive further information about check-in procedures from Conference Services closer to the start of the program.
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The university housing department will be offering summer housing to enrolled students at Litchfield Tower C for the summer of 2025. Tower C offers single occupancy dormitory rooms on campus and will cost $44.88 per night. Please note that you must first be enrolled in order to complete your reservation for housing at Tower C. Importantly, residency at Tower C requires the purchase of a meal plan, at an additional cost. Billing and payment for housing at Tower A is handled electronically through your student account (PittPay) without SLI's involvement. A description and photos of Tower C is found online here: Tower C Housing
Instructions detailing the process for signing up for a room in Tower C are sent by email to students who commit to attend SLI.
Locating a summer rental in Pittsburgh
Neighborhoods close to the University include North Oakland, South Oakland, Bloomfield, Shadyside, Squirrel Hill, Greenfield, and Friendship. Highland Park, Morningside, Regent Square, and Lawrenceville are also good options, but slightly further away. Remember: city buses are free with your Pitt Student ID!
Commuting
Commuting from home is a great option for those who live nearby. Please remember: classes begin at 9am and run until 3pm. You will need substantial time in the late afternoon to do homework and study, so please try to avoid spending hours commuting!
Parking
Students living in dorms or commuting to campus can get a parking pass at an affordable rate (in the past, for as little as $25/week for a minimum of 5 weeks). Visit University of Pittsburgh Parking Office at 127 North Bellefield Ave. to obtain a parking pass. Call the parking office to request a summer parking pass application at 412-624-4034.