<p>Pitt and Penn State are state-supported, which is a bit different than being in the state system. Your fees can increase the cost too if you are taking lab classes. There are a number of fees, which may explain the difference that you are seeing online.</p>
<p>Also, costs range for both room and food. You can choose from a number of cafeteria plans and the rooms vary a little (I think they vary more sophomore year and there is a premium on a single room).</p>