CARNEGIE MELLON UNIVERSITY

BASIC INFORMATION:

Carnegie Mellon University was founded in 1900 by industrialist Andrew Carnegie as the Carnegie Technical Schools. Its initial purpose was to provide practical training for the sons and daughters of Pittsburgh’s working-class families. In 1912, it became the Carnegie Institute of Technology, awarding its first bachelor's degrees.
In 1967, the school merged with the Mellon Institute of Industrial Research, a private research foundation, forming what we now know as Carnegie Mellon University. Over its century-long history, Carnegie Mellon has grown into one of the most prestigious institutions worldwide, blending excellence in technology, the arts, and the humanities.

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Holly Hunter – Academy Award-winning actress.
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Carnegie Mellon’s campus is located in the neighborhood of Oakland in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It’s a vibrant and urban campus spread over 140 acres.

Features:

The campus blends traditional and modern architecture, featuring iconic buildings like the College of Fine Arts, Gates Center for Computer Science, and Tepper Quad.
Home to over ten academic buildings and research laboratories, along with specialized facilities such as the Carnegie Robotics Lab.
Offers state-of-the-art dorms such as Mudge House and The Hill Dormitories, providing first-rate residential living.

Student Life:

Over 400 student organizations and clubs, ranging from tech societies to fine arts groups.
Annual events include the Spring Carnival, a beloved tradition featuring Buggy Races and booth-building competitions.
Check out the campus map.

To join Carnegie Mellon University, students must meet rigorous standards for undergraduate admission.

Application Components:

Notable Admissions Details:

Carnegie Mellon has a low acceptance rate, averaging about 15% for undergraduate students.
Strong emphasis on academic excellence, extracurricular achievements, and a demonstrated passion for the chosen major.
For detailed requirements, visit Carnegie Mellon Undergraduate Admissions.

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