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<p>The state, and when you apply, have a LOT to do with it. A lot of Pitt students who are not PA residents tend to come from neighboring states: mostly Ohio, New York, and New Jersey, with a lesser amount from Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia. It is definitely harder to get money from these states compared to, say, California, Florida or Colorado. </p>
<p>Also, it is easier to get money when applying in September compared to December or January. Whenever they give out money (first-come first-serve since admission is rolling) it’s gone. The sooner you apply, the more money they still have to give out.</p>