University of Pittsburgh - of the Commonwealth System of Higher Education
The University of Pittsburgh, of the Commonwealth System of Higher Education, is a major state-related research university headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA. Its Consolidated Endowment Fund (CEF) is managed by the University's Investment Office and supports academic, research, faculty, and student programs. The CEF comprises over 3,000 individual funds and had a market value of $6.1 billion as of June 30, 2025. The University endowment primarily serves the financial sustainability needs of the University, benefitting students, faculty, and long-term institutional objectives. The Investment Office responsible for the CEF is part of Finance & Operations, with oversight by the Board of Trustees' Investment Committee. The University dates to 1787 and employs thousands overall, although the CEF management team is a small unit within the broader institution.
Investment Strategy
The Consolidated Endowment Fund employs a diversified, multi-asset investment approach designed to preserve the inflation-adjusted value of assets while supporting a sustainable spending policy. The primary objective is to achieve strong, risk-adjusted returns over the long term, ensuring perpetual financial support for scholarships, faculty positions, research, and other University initiatives. The strategy includes investing through a mix of separately managed accounts and vetted commingled funds, with a strategic allocation across public equities, fixed income, alternative assets, and cash equivalents. Risk management, regular performance review, adherence to endowment-specific objectives, and a commitment to responsible business practices are integral to the University's investment philosophy.
Top Holdings
Equity Positions (1)
| Ticker | Security | Weight | Market Value | Shares | Avg Cost | Price | Change (QoQ) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
I IEMG | ISHARES INC | 100.00% | $114.1M | 1,901,018 | $48.88 | $60.03 | +$12.8M |