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Carnegie Mellon University

Information updated 27.08.2026

Overview

Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) is a private research university in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States.

History

Its predecessor Carnegie Technical Schools were founded in 1900; the current university name followed the 1967 merger with the Mellon Institute.

Programs

Programs span computer science, engineering, business, fine arts, humanities and social sciences, science, public policy and interdisciplinary research.

Tuition

Tuition and mandatory fees depend on the program, study level, residency or citizenship status, and academic year. Applicants should use the university’s official current tuition or cost-of-attendance page for the exact amount.

Admission

Admission requirements vary by program and applicant category. Applicants should check the university’s official admissions pages for prerequisites, language requirements, documents and current deadlines.

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