Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003242
- Phone: (412) 578-6000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
15.44%FINANCIAL AID RATE
59%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
10:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
18FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$33,999Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Carnegie Mellon University
Also known as Carnegie Mellon; CMU
3333 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Carnegie Mellon University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a variety of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Pittsburgh, PA, it resides in an urban setting for students to study in. Around 11,000 students enroll at Carnegie Mellon University yearly.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs Carnegie Mellon University offers:
- Computer And Information Sciences
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Engineering
- Public Administration And Social Services
Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. The majority of students admitted to this school achieve an SAT score within the range of 1950 - 2250, or an ACT composite score in a range of 29 - 33. Carnegie Mellon University admits roughly 30 percent of students applying yearly. Of those admitted, nearly 29 percent of students attended the school. More information on admissions can be found at my.cmu.edu.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $48,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is estimated to be $7,200. Students attending this school may be eligible for aid which is typically scholarships, grants, and loans.
The mascot for Carnegie Mellon University is the "Tartans", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
- Football (NCAA Division III)
- Golf (NCAA Division III)
Contact information, financial aid information, areas of study, and more may be accessed on school's website at www.cmu.edu/.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the applicants Carnegie Mellon; CMU accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Carnegie Mellon University has a total student population of about 14,000, where graduate students make up roughly 11% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition is estimated to be around $61,000 per year for in-state and nonresident students
- The estimated tuition for part time students is around $780 to $930 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 59% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 50% | $39,213 |
Receiving Student Loans | 35% | $6,401 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Carnegie Mellon University may offer student services including:
- Online classes
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Helping students find work after graduation
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Music Program
- * Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation (since 1951)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Carnegie Mellon University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (University Athletic Association)
- Track and Field (University Athletic Association)
- Football (University Athletic Association)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Carnegie Mellon University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Architecture
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Neuroscience (B, D)
- Biology (B, D, M)
- Biophysics (B)
- Neurobiology and Anatomy
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Multimedia (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Information Technology (C, D, M)
- Computer Science (B, D, M)
- Computer Graphics (M)
Engineering
- Electrical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Mechanical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Software Engineering (C, D, M)
- Civil Engineering (B, D, M)
- Chemical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Engineering (B, D, M)
- Biomedical Engineering (D, M)
Engineering Technology
- Engineering Management (D, M)
English Language and Literature
- Rhetoric and Composition (M)
- Creative Writing (B)
- English (B)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B, D)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Cognitive Science (B)
- Biopsychology (B)
- Sustainability Studies (M)
- Behavioral Science (B, D, M)
- International and Global Studies (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Statistics (B, D, M)
- Math (B, D, M)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B, M)
Physical Sciences
- Physics (B, D, M)
- Chemistry (B, D, M)
- Astrophysics (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B, D, M)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Public Policy (B, D, M)
- Public Administration (M)
Social Sciences
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
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- Carlow University in California, PA (1 miles away)
- Point Park University in Pittsburgh, PA (3 miles away)
- Chatham University in Summerdale, PA (7 miles away)
- La Roche College in Kutztown, PA (9 miles away)
- Robert Morris University in Philadelphia, PA (14 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003242
- Phone: (412) 578-6000
- School Homepage