Carnegie Mellon University
Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) is a Private (not-for-profit), 4 or more years school located in Pittsburgh, PA. It is classified as Research University (very high research activity) by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Doctor's degree - research/scholarship. The 2020 tuition & fees at Carnegie Mellon University is $57,119. 52% of the enrolled undergraduate students have received grant or scholarships and the average aid amount is $33,999 at CMU. The school has a total enrollment of 14,029 and student to faculty ratio is 10 to 1 (10.00%). The average earning after 10 years of graduation is $103,000. The salary range after graduation from CMU varies by field of study and the average salary range $24,400 to $138,900.
Directory Information
| Address | 5000 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213-3890 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 412-268-2000 |
| WEB | www.cmu.edu/ |
| Admission | admission.enrollment.cmu.edu/ |
| Online Application | admission.enrollment.cmu.edu/pages/apply-now |
| Financial Aid | admission.enrollment.cmu.edu/pages/financial-aid |
| Net Price Calculator | admission.enrollment.cmu.edu/pages/financial-aid-estimator |
| Veterans Tuition | www.cmu.edu/hub/registrar/veterans-benefits/ |
| Disability Service | www.cmu.edu/hr/eos/disability/index.html |
| School Type | Private (not-for-profit), 4 or more years |
| Carnegie Category | Research University (very high research activity) |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree - research/scholarship |
2020 Tuition & Fees and 2021 Estimation
For undergraduate school, its 2020 tuition and fees are $57,119. For graduate programs, its 2020 graduate school tuition and fees are $45,909.
The estimated 2021 tuition & fees are $58,822. The estimated 2021 graduate school tuition & fees are $47,186.
The average earning in 10 years after graduation from the school is $103,000. The average salary varies depending on the field of study where Computer Science program shows the highest salary with $138,900 after graduating from Carnegie Mellon University.
| Undergraduate | $57,119 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $45,909 |
source: IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education
| Undergraduate | $58,822 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $47,186 |
The estimation for 2020-2021 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
2020 Key Stats
The Acceptance rate at Carnegie Mellon University is 15% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 37%. The average graduation rate is 89%. Total 14,029 students are attending at the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school). Key academic stats for the school are listed in next table.
| Admission Stats » | 15% Acceptance Rate / 37% Yield |
|---|---|
| Test Scores » | 1,510 SAT / 102 ACT |
| Graduation Rate » | 89% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 7% |
| Retention Rate | 97%(full-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 10.00% (10 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 14,029 (6,589 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $33,999 |
| Average Earning After 10 years of graduation | $103,000 |
| Average Salary by Field of Study | $24,400 - $138,900 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
Carnegie Mellon University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs which designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers . Next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, Graduate |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army, NAVY, Air Force |
| Weekend/Evening College | No |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
CMU provides a number of student services including academic/career counseling services, employment services for students, Placement services for completers.
| Remedial services | No |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Special Characteristics
Next table illustrates special characteristics of Carnegie Mellon University.
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 4,078 |
Best Programs at Carnegie Mellon University
Carnegie Mellon University have been chosen for one of best colleges in next area of majors.
- Industrial and Product Design
- Computer Science
- Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering
- Management Information Systems
- Engineering
