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Alumni Benefits

As a member of the Point Park University Alumni Community, there are a number of benefits you have access to on and off campus. 

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Campus Resources


Alumni ID
Gives you access to University Center, Academic Hall & Lawrence Hall. Email alumni@pointpark.edu for more information. 

Diploma 
If you need to request a replacement diploma or have not recieved your original copy, please contact the Office of the Registrar. 

Transcript
To obtain a copy of your official transcript, please complete a transcript request and mail to the Office of the Registrar. 
Office of the Registrar, Point Park University, 201 Wood St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Legal Name Change
To complete a legal name change, the Office of the Univeristy Registrar requires a copy of identification (i.e. driver's license, Social Security card, etc.) with the attached form. 

Professional Career Readiness Center
Need an updated resume for a new job search? Contact the Professional Career Readiness Center for career advice, support, and much more.

Pittsburgh Playhouse
Alumni receive 25% off regular ticket prices. This discount is available online using code PPUALUM, by phone, or in person. Questions? Call the Playhouse box office directly at 412-392-8000.

Bookstore
Looking for the perfect piece of Point Park memorabilia? The Point Park Bookstore is open to alumni. Shop online or stop by the store in the lobby of Lawrence Hall. 

Fitness Center 
Alumni can become members of the Fitness Center, gaining access to facilities & programs within the Student Center. Contact 412-392-8024 for more information on memberships.

 

Continuing Your Education 


Course Discounts 
Alumni are eligible for a 25% tuition discount on all masters programs, excluding the School of Education.  Contact Graduate Admissions Counselor Nicholas Poprocky to start the process of going back to school.  

Pre-College Programs 
Point Park University alumni and family members will receive 50% off tuition for non-credit pre-college  hosted at Point Park. Room and board is not applicable for this discount. Family is defined as immediate members including yourself, partner, and children. Use promo code "PPUMEMBER23" when registering.

Heinz College Scholarship at Carnegie Mellon University
Point Park alumni are eligible for a special scholarship at the Heinz College at Carnegie Mellon University. Visit the website to learn more; all questions should be directed to Carnegie Mellon. Heinz College Scholarship for Point Park Alumni | Point Park University | Pittsburgh, PA 

Alumni have access to several discounts for local stores, attractions, and services.

  • Insurance: Get a special discounted rate on Car Insurance and Home Insurance from Liberty Mutual for Point Park alumni. Find out more and get a free quote on Auto & Home Insurance. 

    • (Discounts and savings are available where state laws and regulations allow, and may vary by state. To the extent permitted by law, applicants are individually underwritten; not all applicants may qualify.)

  • Travel Discounts: Traveling back to the 'Burgh? Check out these Point Park discounts on area hotels.

  • Kennywood: discounted ticket information found here. (Tickets can be purchased for any day during the season except for Phantom Fright Nights and Holiday Lights)

  • Idlewild Park: discounted ticket information can be found here. (Tickets can be purchased for any day during the summer season.)

  • Sandcastle Waterpark: discounted tickets can be purchased online to visit any day during the season. Use the discount code POINTPARK19 at checkout.

  • Waldameer World & Waterpark (Erie, PA): discounted tickets can be purchased online. Click the red “Buy Tickets Online” button at the top, then click “Buy Combo Passes/Wally Card”, then on the top right click the orange “Promo Code?” and enter the code POINTPARK2019.

  • Pittsburgh Playhouse:  Alumni receive 25% off regular ticket prices. This discount is available online using code PPUALUM, by phone, or in person. Questions? Call the Playhouse box office directly at 412-392-8000.

  • Tickets at Work: get tickets for any entertainment venue in the country here. This includes exclusive savings on attractions like Universal Studios, Walt Disney World, Cirque du Soleil, tourist venues across the country, Broadway show tickets, zoos, and much more. You must create an account and use the code POINTPARK.

  • Gifts.com: Gifts.com provides tens of thousands of expertly curated gifts and unique ideas. Receive a 15% discount using the code: ALUMNI15. You can order online on the Gifts.com website.

  • Personal Creations: Personal Creations offers a wide variety of customizable gifts for every recipient and occasion. Receive a 15% discount using the code: ALUMNI15. You can order online on the Personal Creations website.

  • ProFlowers: ProFlowers offers a wide assortment of floral arrangements, plants, and gifts for any occasion. Receive a 15% discount using the code: ALUMNI15. You can order online on the ProFlowers website.

  • Shari's Berries: Send chocolate covered strawberries, gourmet chocolates, delicious cake pops & other treats from Shari's Berries. Receive a 15% discount using the code: ALUMNI15. You can order online on the Shari's Berries website.

  • Citizens Bank Education Refinance Loan: Alumni can learn more about this special offer from Citizens Bank. Citizens Bank is dedicated to helping you take control of your student loan payments with the Citizens Bank Education Refinance Loan. With no application, origination or disbursement fees, the Citizens Bank Education Refinance Loan also allows you to potentially lower your monthly payment to put more money back in your monthly budget, lower your interest rate, and lock in a fixed-rate loan to replace a variable-rate loan so your payment amount is always the same. If you are approved, you will receive a $250 reduction of your principal balance at the time of your first payment. To learn more about the loan and to apply please visit the Point Park Alumni Citizens Bank webpage. (To receive the potential $250 benefit, you have to go through this webpage.)