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The University of Pittsburgh’s Accelerated High School (AHS) Program allows academically prepared high school juniors and seniors to enroll directly in undergraduate-level courses for Pitt credit. Administered through the Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences, the program is designed for students who have demonstrated readiness for college coursework and meet specific eligibility criteria, including a minimum age of 16 and school approval. Participants register for regular Pitt courses alongside matriculated undergraduates, earning official transcript credit that is transferable to most institutions. While students can enroll in Fall, Spring, or Summer sessions, the program is primarily commuter-based and does not offer residential housing for high school participants. For the 2026 cycle, students are limited to six credits per term and must apply at least five weeks before their intended session begins. This option serves students seeking early academic acceleration within an urban research university environment, providing a credit-bearing pathway rather than a traditional exploratory summer camp.