Founded in 1787, the University of Pittsburgh is a leading research institution and ranks 12th in federally sponsored research funding among U.S. universities, with over $1.16 billion in annual research expenditures. Its urban setting provides access to research, teaching, & outreach venues, including the Carnegie Museum, Carnegie Science Center, Pittsburgh’s rivers, urban watersheds, & nearby experimental catchments, as well as proximity to Carnegie Mellon University & Astrobotic Technology.