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Carnegie Mellon University
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  • 4 Year
  • PITTSBURGH, PA

Carnegie Mellon University

  • grade A+
    Overall Grade
  • 4 Year
  • PITTSBURGH, PA
  • Rating 3.71 out of 5  1,472 reviews

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    grade A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    1. Academics
      grade A+
    2. Value
      grade A+
    3. Diversity
      grade A+
    4. Campus
      grade B minus
    5. Athletics
      grade C+
    6. Party Scene
      grade B
    7. Professors
      grade A+
    8. Location
      grade A
    9. Dorms
      grade B minus
    10. Campus Food
      grade B minus
    11. Student Life
      grade A minus
    12. Safety
      grade B+

    About

    5000 FORBES AVENUE
    PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
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    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division III (with football)
    Athletic Conference
    University Athletic Association

    From Carnegie Mellon University

    Carnegie Mellon University isn’t just one of the world’s most renowned educational institutions – it’s also a hub for some of the most talented doers, dreamers and difference-makers on the planet. Carnegie Mellon is a private, internationally ranked research university with programs in areas ranging from science, technology and business to public policy, the humanities and the arts. Our community includes more than 14,000 students in the university's seven schools and colleges who benefit from a small student-to-faculty ratio and an education characterized by its focus on innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and implementing solutions for real world problems. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is woven into all aspects of our campus culture, and we cultivate a vibrant, welcoming environment where everyone is valued.

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    Carnegie Mellon University Rankings

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    Admissions

    Application Deadline
    January 3
    Acceptance Rate
    17%
    SAT Range
    1460-1560
    ACT Range
    33-35
    Application Fee
    $75
    SAT/ACT
    Considered but not required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Accepts Common App
    Yes

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    Cost

    Net Price
    $36,983 / year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $37,506 / year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    60%

    Scholarship

    Academics

    Professors
    grade A+
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    5:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    No
    85%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 119 responses
    58%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 130 responses
    29%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 129 responses

    Majors

    Business Administration

    academic spotlight

    The Tepper School of Business undergraduate program is distinguished by its small size with a first-year class of 140 students. The curriculum is designed around a central core of courses in the areas of business, economics, mathematics, and computing course requirements. In addition to our business core, our 11 concentrations allow students to excel in the business arena of their choosing.

    Online

    Programs Offered Entirely Online
    0
    Offers Online Courses
    Yes
    Online Certificate Programs
    0
    Online Associates Programs
    0
    Online Bachelor's Programs
    0
    How Students Learn
    • Mix of Online and on Campus
      1%
    • On Campus
      99%
    • Online
      0%

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    6,341 Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    281
    Undergrads Over 25
    1%
    Pell Grant
    14%
    Varsity Athletes
    5%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 59 responses
    • Passionate
      39%
    • Diligent
      24%
    • Nerdy
      15%
    • Quirky
      5%
    • Stressed
      5%
    • Geeky
      3%
    • Odd
      3%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    91%
    Poll
    69%
    of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 125 responses
    Poll
    52%
    of students say no one pays attention to varsity sports. 158 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 64 responses
    • Intense
      41%
    • Requires commitment
      19%
    • Practical, Intense, Focused, Rewarding
      9%
    • Rewarding
      9%
    • Requires commitment, but worth it
      8%
    • ITS A GREAT DAY TO BE A TARTAN!
      5%
    • Brownsville Road!!!
      2%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $83,600 / year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    93%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    91%
    National
    83%
    83%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 58 responses

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