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Carnegie Mellon University

Pittsburgh, PA

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Web Site	www.cmu.edu/
Institution Type	Private
Coeducational	Yes
Undergraduate Students	6,281
Women	2,639 (42.0%)
Men	3,642 (58.0%)
Graduate Students	5,777

ADMISSION

Entrance Difficulty	Most difficult
Overall Admission Rate	28% of 17,313 applicants were admitted
Early Action Offered	No
Early Decision Offered	Yes
Regular Admission Deadline	January 1

Selection of Students
Factor	Very Important	Important	Considered	Not Considered
Academic GPA	X
Standardized Tests	X
Essay		X
Extracurricular Activities		X
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Qualifications of Enrolled Freshmen
Average GPA	3.69
SAT Math	690-790 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading	630-730 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing	650-740 range of middle 50%
ACT Composite	29-33 range of middle 50%

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MONEY MATTERS

Cost of Attendance	$59,710
Tuition and Fees	$45,760
Room and Board	$11,550
Average Percent of Need Met	83%
Average Freshman Award	$30,892
Average Indebtedness of 2011 Graduates	$29,303

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ACADEMICS

Academic Calendar System	Semester
General Education/ Core Curriculum	Required
Full-Time Faculty Teaching Undergraduates	Not reported
Regular Class Size	2-9 students: 35% of classes 10-19 students: 31% of classes 20-29 students: 13% of classes 30-39 students: 5% of classes 40-49 students: 4% of classes 50-59 students: 8% of classes Over 100 students: 4% of classes

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CAMPUS LIFE

Pittsburgh Population	334,563
Nearest Metropolitan Area
Freshman Housing Guarantee	Freshmen are guaranteed housing
Students in College Housing	99% of freshmen, 61% of all students
Athletic Conferences	NCAA Division III
Mascot	Scotty Dog
Sororities	13% of women participate
Fraternities	12% of men participate

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STUDENTS

Ethnicity of Students from U.S.	0.2% American Indian/Alaskan Native 26.1% Asian 6.2% Black/African-American 8.0% Hispanic/Latino 3.8% Multi-race (not Hispanic/Latino) 0.0% Native Hawaiian/ Pacific Islander 48.3% White 7.4% Unknown
International Students	16.3% from 70 countries
First-Year Students Returning	95.7%
Students Graduating Within 4 Years	71.0%
Graduates Offered Full-Time Employment Within 6 Months	98%
Graduates Pursuing Advanced Study Directly	34%

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What the School Says...

Carnegie Mellon University is consistently recognized for its world-class programs from arts to technology, collaboration across disciplines, and innovative leadership in education. The university has produced some of the most distinguished and innovative leaders in the last century. Our 150-acre main campus sits inside the Pittsburgh city limits in the Oakland neighborhood, a community rich with museums, libraries, and entertainment, and home to both Carnegie Mellon and the University of Pittsburgh.

What the School Says...

The admission process at Carnegie Mellon is highly selective. Every year, thousands of artistically and academically talented students vie for approximately 1,450 spots. Our holistic admission process is about more than just admitting a group of students who have the potential to succeed academically. We're not looking for "perfect" students, but students who are a good fit for Carnegie Mellon and who will add to the overall Carnegie Mellon community. When we review applications, we look at four main areas: your high school performance, extracurricular contributions, demonstrated interest, and standardized test results. It's also important that you have prepared yourself for the major that you're interested in. We pay close attention to your curriculum rigor, the grades you've earned, and the work you've accomplished. If you're applying to one of our fine arts programs, your artistic performance will be the main factor or a significant factor in our admission decision.

What the School Says...

There's no denying it, a private college education like Carnegie Mellon's is expensive. We hope that you and your family will consider the value of a college education from Carnegie Mellon to be an investment in your future. Our need-blind financial assistance program is designed to meet our dual goal of helping prospective students who have demonstrated financial need afford the cost of education and rewarding those students who have outstanding talents and abilities. Need-based financial assistance is used to enroll high-quality students, but not everyone who applies for financial assistance receives an award, or package, from Carnegie Mellon. We first determine if you're eligible for financial assistance, both from the federal and state government and from Carnegie Mellon.

What the School Says...

Academics at Carnegie Mellon span subjects from the arts to technology, creating innovation with impact. Music, engineering, languages, art, and chemistry weave in and out of the lives of our students, creating a foundation of knowledge that will reveal itself in exciting ways. Our alumni have gone on to become Nobel Prize winners, tech company founders, inventors, orchestra conductors, Oscar-winning producers, and more. Carnegie Mellon is widely recognized for its unique interdisciplinary environment, encouraging work across departmental lines. As a result, our graduates enter the world with the ability to solve complex problems.

What the School Says...

The Carnegie Mellon experience doesn't end inside the classroom. As a Tartan, you'll meet and learn from a geographically and academically diverse group of people. Our students participate in over 250 active student organizations, from service and cultural groups to club sports and academic organizations. Chances are if you're involved in something now, you'll find it here. Our school spirit and traditions are taken seriously on our campus. This spirit dates back to 1900, when Andrew Carnegie wrote, "My heart is in the work." More than 100 years later, those words are still felt on campus in a set of traditions that are uniquely Carnegie Mellon. And you can always find something new to do in Pittsburgh. Between the unique neighborhoods and the 10 colleges with 86,000 students in the area, there's much to explore and many different types of people to meet.

What the School Says...

Carnegie Mellon students work hard in the classroom, but they're also active outside the classroom. Whether it's competing in the next game, volunteering in the community, or acting on stage, our students know how to balance their interests. Our goal is to create an atmosphere that cultivates a sense of community and diversity while also embracing each student's individuality. Students at Carnegie Mellon represent all 50 states and more than 65 countries. Needless to say, Carnegie Mellon students embody a wide array of backgrounds and cultures. There are also 88,800 living Carnegie Mellon alumni who represent every industry imaginable. From Broadway to Hollywood, working their way up in companies like Facebook and Google, or even creating a start-up with their own innovative idea. Our alumni are making a difference in our society.

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	GPA		SAT			ACT
	UW	W	M	CR	W
Average	3.76	4.23	725	679	692	31
Low	2.60	2.60	400	430	420	15
High	4.00	5.00	800	800	800	36
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