Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, USA
"A private university in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#52 (QS)
PSW VISA
12 months OPT (STEM +24 months)
About Carnegie Mellon University
Carnegie Mellon University is a private university in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, founded in 1900. Its urban campus in Pittsburgh puts students close to employers, internships and cultural life. Popular programmes include Computer Science, Engineering, Machine Learning and Information Systems. Admission is highly competitive and international applicants are assessed on grades, essays and recommendations.
Rankings & Recognition
#52
Accreditations & Memberships
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Carnegie Mellon University's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
80.10#98
Employer Reputation
94.40#52
Faculty Student Ratio
51.10#370
Citations per Faculty
98.60#43
International Faculty Ratio
52.40#426
International Student Ratio
98.70#98
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Key Facts
1900
Founded
Private university
Type
Pittsburgh
City
Popular Programs
Computer Science
Engineering
Machine Learning
Information Systems
Application Details
Application Route
Online via school portal / Common App
Intakes
Fall and Spring
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Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
~39% (India F-1, 2025)
I-20 Processing
I-20 + F-1 student visa
Post-Study Work
12 months OPT (STEM +24 months)
Green Card Pathway
H-1B / employment-based
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
N/A
Career Outcomes
80%
Placement Ratio
12 months OPT (STEM +24 months)
Post-Study Work
20 hrs/week
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Carnegie Mellon University has an urban campus in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with city transit, restaurants and internships close to classrooms.
Campus Details
1
main campus
1900
founded
Campus Forecast
Humid: cold snowy winters
warm summers
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Residence halls plus apartments across the city
Dining
Campus dining plus many restaurants nearby
Health & Wellness
Student health centre and counselling; health insurance required
Activities & Clubs
Internships and city events
Student clubs
Cultural festivals
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
International Students
Countries Represented
Cost Deep-Dive
Annual Tuition
$20,000 – $65,000 / year
Cost of Living
High
Intakes & Deadlines
Most students start in the fall semester (August or September), with a spring intake in January at many programmes. Check the Carnegie Mellon University international admissions pages for deadlines.
Scholarships at Carnegie Mellon University
0 scholarships available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Very strong grades, essays and recommendations; English proof where needed. Test policy is set by the university. Prior study related to Computer Science helps for that major.
Postgraduate
Strong bachelor's record, statement and recommendations; GRE / GMAT where the programme asks. For Machine Learning, a related bachelor's degree is preferred.
English Proficiency
IELTS
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
Required Documents
Passport copy
Academic transcripts
English test score (TOEFL / IELTS / Duolingo)
Statement of purpose
Recommendation letters
Resume / CV
Bank statement (proof of funds)
Passport-size photo
GRE / GMAT / SAT if required
Application Process
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Choose programme
Check the programme list and entry rules on the school website.
2
Apply online
Apply through the school application portal or the Common App.
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Documents & fee
Upload transcripts, test scores and documents, and pay the application fee.
4
Admission offer
Receive the admission decision and accept the offer with a deposit.
5
Receive I-20
Submit proof of funds and receive the Form I-20 from the school.
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F-1 visa
Pay the SEVIS fee, book the F-1 visa interview and then travel to campus.
Campus & Location
Carnegie Mellon University has an urban campus in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with city transit, restaurants and internships close to classrooms.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
Computer Science
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Bachelor's
Engineering
Master's
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📍 Pittsburgh
Master's
Machine Learning
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📍 Pittsburgh
Master's
Information Systems
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