Carnegie Mellon University
1900
Founded
approx. 16,000
Students
approx. 40%
International students
Private
Type
About Carnegie Mellon University
Carnegie Mellon was founded by industrialist Andrew Carnegie and later merged with the Mellon Institute. It is highly selective and is best known for computer science, robotics and artificial intelligence.
Its graduate programmes in software engineering, information systems and public policy at the Heinz College attract strong Indian applicants, alongside a well-regarded school of drama and design.
Highlights
- School of Computer Science and Robotics Institute
- Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy
- Interdisciplinary mix of technology and the arts
- Pittsburgh's growing tech and robotics scene
Tuition (indicative, per year)
USD 50,000 – 65,000 per year (indicative)
Intakes
August, January
English requirements (from)
IELTS 7.5 · TOEFL 100 · Duolingo 125
Campus and student life
The campus sits in Pittsburgh's Oakland neighbourhood beside Schenley Park, with a quirky student culture including an annual spring carnival and buggy races.
Courses at Carnegie Mellon University
A selection only. Carnegie Mellon University offers many more programmes; ask a counsellor or see the university's website.
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