In 2006, the Council of Deans (now, Academic Leadership Team) shared a vision for University of Pittsburgh student learning outcomes. They stated that:
Graduates of the University of Pittsburgh will be able to:
- Think critically and analytically
- Gather and evaluate information effectively and appropriately
- Understand and be able to apply basic, scientific and quantitative reasoning
- Communicate clearly and effectively
- Use information technology appropriate to their discipline
- Exhibit mastery of their discipline
- Understand and appreciate diverse cultures (both locally and internationally)
- Work effectively with others
- Have a sense of self, responsibility to others, and connectedness to the University