Additional Program & Performance Information In order to be successful in our ISD program, please read below!

Transportation Services

Point Park University will offer a pick-up shuttle service for students arriving at the airport on Sunday, June 19 between 9am - 3pm. Please register for this amenity during registration. There is a $15.00 additional charge for this service. Please be aware that there is NO return shuttle available at the end of the program. 

If a student needs further flexibility traveling from The Pittsburgh International Airport, there are other safe methods of transportation to our campus. Students can order an UBER or LYFT. A one-way trip to our campus from the airport is between $29.00 - $45.00. Super Shuttle is also available at http://www.supershuttle.com

Students arriving by bus can take a UBER or LYFT from the Greyhound Bus terminal to the University. It is a 15 minute (0.6 mile) walk to our campus from the Bus terminal. 

The address to Point Park University is 201 Wood Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222.

Resident Check-In: 

All 3- and 6- week resident students should report to Village Park on Sunday, June 18 between the hours of 9:00am and 3:00pm for check in. Students are allowed to bring (2) support people to help with move-in. 

All 2- week resident students should report to Village Park on Sunday, July 9 betwen the hours of 1:00pm and 4:00pm. Students are allowed to bring (2) support people to help with move-in. 

Additional instructions will be sent in a welcome packet prior to the start of each session.  

Students unable to arrive during the above times are asked to email the office of Community and Summer Education at summerdance@pointpark.edu to discuss your estimated time of arrival.  

Resident Check-Out

3- week students are encouraged to check out of their resident rooms on Saturday, July 8. However, due to schedule and airfare conflicts, students can check out as early as Friday evening (July 7) if needed. 

2- weeek students can check out of their resident rooms on Saturday, July 22. However, due to schedule and airfare conflicts, students can check out as early as Friday evening (July 21) if needed.

We recommend 6- week resident students check out of their rooms on Saturday, July 30 after our final performance estimated to end around 4:00pm.  

Reminder: There will be a $50 charge for each student who does not clean their rooms before departure:

Moving Out Checklist

Mail Instructions

Who doesn't like to receive a letter or package when they are away from home?! Mail can be sent to the student's name in care of:

Arrivals

An airport shuttle will be available from 9am to 3pm for students arriving on Sunday, June 18. Please email summercamps@pointpark.edu with your name, airline, flight number and arrival time. This amenity will be available to select during registration for an additional $20.00. 

An airport shuttle will be available from 9am to 3pm for students arriving on Sunday, July 9. Please email summercamps@pointpark.edu with your name, airline, flight number and arrival time. This amenity will be available to select during registration for an additional $20.00.

Departures

Based on departures, it is recommended departing flights be after 5:00pm so that we can coordinate one shuttle service back to the airport for all students on July 8, July 22, and July 29.

Resident Students will reside in one of two buildings. 

#1) Conestoga Hall is a seven-story building that houses approximately 90 students.  

Your suite has two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a living room and a kitchenette. It is carpeted and has mini-blinds and air conditioning.  Washers and dryers are located on each floor of Conestoga. Students are responsible for supplying their own detergent.

Each Suite Contains:

Living room includes:
A couch, chair, entertainment center, coffee table, end table, dining table and 2 dining chairs.

Kitchenette includes:
Your kitchenette comes with: sink, microwave, half-size refrigerator, table, and two chairs.

#2) Boulevard Apartments is a five-story building that houses approximately 135 students.  

Your apartment has two or three bedrooms, and each bedroom has a private bathroom with two sinks. You'll also have a living room and a full kitchen with a dining area. Stoves will not be operational. Your apartment is carpeted and has air conditioning with a thermostat located in each unit.

Your apartment has two or three bedrooms, and each bedroom has a private bathroom with two sinks. You'll also have a living room and a full kitchen with a dining area. Your apartment is carpeted and has air conditioning with a thermostat located in each unit. There is one ethernet connection per person in each room, as well as an ethernet connection in the living room. Washers and dryers are located on each floor. Students are responsible for supplying their own detergent.

Each apartment includes:

Living room includes:
A couch, (2) chairs, entertainment center, coffee table, end table.

Kitchen includes:
Your kitchen comes with: sink, full-size refrigerator, dishwasher, table and chairs.

ALL RESIDENT STUDENTS

What You Need to Bring

Optional Items to bring:

Prohibited Items:
Candles / Incense (fire hazard), Drug Paraphernalia (it is illegal in Pennsylvania to possess, even for display only), Illegal Drugs, Weapons of any kind or type (even for display purposes), Explosives / Fireworks, Pets, Waterbed / Water Chair, Large Refrigerator, Amplifiers of any kind, Alcohol or Alcohol Containers.

Parking for Commuters & Visitors:

The University does not own a parking lot. However, the City of Pittsburgh has parking lots directly across from the University and within walking distances.

Uber & Lyft

Available throughout the city. Users must download the appropriate app. 

Buses & T-Service

T-SERVICE: Gateway Center Station and Wood Street Station - five minute walk to the University

BUSES: For maps and drop offs, visit: http://www.portauthority.org

Drop off & Pick up details

Students should be dropped off and picked up each day in our designated "Drop-Off Zone". This zone is located at 330 Boulevard of the Allies, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Parents and guardians will pull into the lot, drop off their student, and exit down First Avenue. Additional details will be sent to registered participants. To view a campus map of our University, click here.

Lawrence Hall Dining Room

This all-you-care-to-eat facility features a balance of traditional foods and a variety of upscale, cutting edge American entrees, ethnically-inspired foods, vegan and vegetarian selections, and more.

Questions in regards to "Allergies" and optional food preparation. Contact Food Services at (412) 392-3829

Hours of Operation:

Monday-Friday
     Breakfast: 8:00am - 10:00am
     Lunch: 11:30am - 1:30pm
     Dinner: 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Saturday & Sunday
     Brunch: 10:00am - 2:00pm
     Dinner: 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Phone Numbers:

If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us: summerdance@pointpark.edu | 412-392-3457