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Carnegie Mellon University

📍 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania • United States

Carnegie Mellon University is a global private research institution in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Renowned for its world-class School of Computer Science, College of Engineering, robotics research, and top-tier fine arts.

Testing Policy

Test-Optional

CMU is test-optional for most colleges, though the School of Computer Science and College of Engineering strongly encourage submitting strong math SAT/ACT results if available.

Institutional Selectivity

Most Competitive (~11.0%)

Overall university acceptance rate is ~11%. However, the School of Computer Science (SCS) has an acceptance rate below 4.5%.

Language Proficiency

Required for Non-Native

Mandatory for all non-native English speakers applying from international or non-English curricula.

Key Application Timelines & Rounds

Early Decision 1 (Binding)

Deadline: November 1

Decision: December 15

Regular Decision

Deadline: January 3

Decision: Late March

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