Is GRE required for MS in CMU?

The Carnegie Mellon MS degree programme does not have a minimum GPA or GRE requirement. However, the university has some additional requirements that students can check below: TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo scores Unofficial transcripts from each university Current resume Statement of Purpose Three letters of recommendation A short (1-3 minutes) video of yourself Note: The University has a common application form for admission to the School of Computer Science master’s program.

Is Carnegie Mellon University an Ivy League school?

Carnegie Mellon University is not an Ivy League school. However, the university has seven colleges and schools that offer top-ranked programs to international students. Below colleges and schools offer programs in Engineering, Arts, Social Science, Computer Science, Business, Information System, and Science. College of Engineering College of Fine Arts Dietrich College of Humanities & Social Sciences Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy Mellon College of Science School of Computer Science Tepper School of Business Students can also check, the Ivy League Universities

What is the best ranked course at CMU University USA?

Computer Science and Engineering is the best ranking course offered at Carnegie Mellon Uni. It is one of the top 3 universities in US for CSE. CMU university Pittsburgh ranks #3 in the country for its CS program, as part of the latest Shiksha Popularity Rankings. Given below is how some of its other popular courses rank on a country-level. Course Rank in the US BBA #7 Electrical Engineering #8 Mechanical Engineering #10

Can I pay my fees in installments at Carnegie Mellon university?

Yes, students can pay their fees in installments at Carnegie Mellon Uni. One can apply for a monthly installment plan that allows payment of fees in smaller and affordable amounts. To do that students can request for the same to their department. All installment payments can be made via the Nelnet Campus Commerce.

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CMU is a leading provider of online courses, offering a wide range of programs designed to enhance professional skills and knowledge. With years of experience in the industry, CMU has established a reputation for delivering high-quality, online training. Their courses cater to diverse learners and are delivered through various formats to suit different learning styles. Students benefit from hands-on exercises and real-world case studies, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience. CMU`s team of experienced instructors brings industry expertise to the classroom, preparing students for success in their chosen fields. With a high satisfaction rate among past participants, CMU remains a trusted choice for individuals seeking to advance their careers through targeted education.

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Want to apply to Carnegie Mellon University from India? You must consider fee to be a critical component to make an admission decision. The Carnegie Mellon University fee structure includes tuition fee and other living costs such as housing, food and grocery, travel, books, among others. Of these, tuition fee is the largest share of expense that you have to bear.

Below is the Carnegie Mellon University's complete fee structure in a table format:

Courses	Tuition Range	Insurance Range	Transportation Range	Hostel Range
B.A.	INR 57,59,929	-	-	INR 15,76,313
B.Arch	INR 57,59,929	INR 2,34,895	INR 61,364	INR 15,76,313
B.Des	INR 58,29,144	INR 2,43,378	INR 23,643	INR 15,55,919
B.E. / B.Tech	INR 57,59,929 - 83,17,331	INR 2,04,214 - 2,34,895	INR 22,560 - 61,364	INR 15,76,313 - 16,08,980
B.J.M.C.	INR 57,59,929	INR 2,34,895	INR 61,364	INR 15,76,313
B.Sc.	INR 57,59,929	INR 2,34,895	INR 61,364	INR 15,76,313
BBA	INR 57,59,929 - 60,47,885	INR 2,34,895	INR 61,364	INR 15,76,313 - 16,08,980
BFA	INR 57,59,929 - 58,29,144	INR 2,43,378	INR 23,643	INR 15,55,919 - 15,76,313

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Mentioned below is how CMU Pittsburgh has performed in the last 3 years. The rankings below are given by US News, QS, and THE.

Platform	2026	2025	2024
US News - National University	#20	#21	#24
QS World Ranking	#52	#58	#52
THE	#24	#24	#24

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Q: What is the Carnegie Mellon University QS Ranking 2026?

Carnegie Mellon Uni sits just outside the top 50 universities in the world. The CMU University Pittsburgh QS Ranking 2026 is #52. The university has been consistent in its standing among universities globally in recent years. Given below is how CMU Pittsburgh has perfomed as part of QS Rankings in the last few years.

Year	2026	2025	2024
QS World Rank	#52	#58	#52

Q: What are the US News rankings of Carnegie Mellon University?

US News and World Report is a US American media company known to provide global, national, regional and subject based rankings of top universities around the world. Some crucial factors for ranking the universities include graduation rates, peer assessment, first-year retention rates, student-faculty ratio, standardized tests, and more. The US News Global rankings of Carnegie Mellon University are given in the table below:

Year	US News Global Rank	US News National Rank
2023	#118	#22
2024	#134	#24
2025	NA	#21

Q: What are the QS World Rankings at Carnegie Mellon University?

Quacquarelli Symonds Rankings are known to be one of the top ranking bodies around the world and is known for publishing university rankings for various global universities. Some of the Quacquarelli Symonds world rankings of Carnegie Mellon University are given as follows:

Year	Quacquarelli Symonds World Rank
2024	#52
2025	#58
2026	#52

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Not easy, but memorable and totally worth it.

Tips: The transition was easy if you know what to expect and what not to. You'll do your own chores, cooking, cleaning, laundry, groceries etc. You'll do your own furniture assembly, moving and all that difficult stuff, just like everyone else here. But what you'll gain is experience, friends and learn how to survive on your own. It's all a part of the process of becoming adjusted to life in the US. Good experiences.

Likes (Public transportation): College includes public transport in the fees. Buses, trains, etc. in Pittsburgh, are already included and the connectivity across the city via buses is very convenient. The buses run till late hours in the night, and CMU provides shuttle and campus escorts late into the night when buses are not available.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Chances of permanent immigration/settlement is low since the H1b / Eb2 route has a lot of people from my country, causing extremely high wait times. You can be optimistic, but if things don't work out, have a backup in mind. The US allows you in for study/work realistically, that's all you should expect to be on a visa. If something works out otherwise, I'd call it an optimistic scenario using other routes, not the ground truth.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1200

Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 105000

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Welcoming and open environment.

Tips: There were no major culture shocks apart from the fact that people are more direct in their approach and socialising is more than just an expectation. The culture is very academic and it can get competitive at times. Case studies and presentations are the norm, so you'll have to learn how to be a team player and work with people. There is ongoing support that doesn't subside after the first few days.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1700

Prepping time for classes31 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 104500

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All around academic excellence.

Tips: After moving here, I have not experienced any cultural shift, mostly because I think nobody moving after working for a few years and is from a metro city back in India, the lifestyle remains pretty much the same and there are just some more social rules and regulations to keep in mind that probably take a few days to get used to. I was fortunate enough to get 15% scholarship based on my academic excellence and profile. It gets deducted every semester. I am very satisfied with the course and the university. The institution offers excellent academic rigour with outstanding professors and really well designed courses.

Likes (Public transportation): College students have free public transport and this saves a lot of money as a student. There are plenty of options for public buses from the university to travel anywhere you want in the city. The university itself offers shuttle services for students including late night shuttles for those staying back in college post 10 pm.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Chances of me settling in that country are below average because of visa issues and constant changes being introduced for the visa. I value flexibility with respect to travelling and going back to my home in India and because there is so much uncertainty around the visa.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1575

Prepping time for classes24 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 110800

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026Read more

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Master of Computational Data Science (Human-Centered Data Science Concentration) - Batch of 2027

3.8

Great to polish yourself academically.

Tips: Studying here will surely be intense. You will have a heavy work load and you will also feel like you're falling behind. Remember that the process is the same for everyone and there are some helpful campus resources you can always take advantage of. I enjoy classroom discussions and the brand value of studying here is unmatched. Labs are well equipped as well and professors have been very helpful.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1800

Prepping time for classes32 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 101400

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MS in Energy Science, Technology & Policy - Batch of 2025

3.7

Great college for academically intense students.

Tips: My transition was smooth. I did not face a lot of problems. The cohort is small but everyone is accommodating and friendly. I got a 25% scholarship, which was through my course. I did not have to do anything for it. I like the university and my course a lot.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1975

Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 98975

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Master of Science in Architecture - Engineering - Construction Management - Batch of 2026

3.6

Academic yet rewarding university.

Tips: CMU is one of the most diverse and academically demanding universities out there so you should be ready to give your 100% from the very get go. Classes are challenging but they're structured in a way to bring out the best of you and there are plenty of networking opportunities, as well as career fairs and mixers which you should check out. Professors give you a lot of freedom but you will be expected to advocate for yourself and manage your work life balance to the best of your ability. Pittsburgh is quite a lovely city to live in.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1650

Prepping time for classes32 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 101400

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How many international students are there on the CMU campus?

Answered 7 months ago

Carnegie Mellon's international student strength makes up about 45% of the total student population. Also the Indian-origin students currently studying at CMU amount to 1,700+

The enrollment trends for international students over the last few years are given below:

Year	International Enrollment	Indian Enrollment
Fall 2023	6,308	1,777
Fall 2022	6,701	1,947
Fall 2021	5,697	1,471
Fall 2020	3,951	1,080
Fall 2019	5,597	1,445

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What is the average starting salary at Carnegie Mellon?

Answered 8 months ago

Carnegie Mellon University average salary is around USD 151,215 or INR 1.32 Cr annually, whereas the average salary for the year 2023 was USD 121,617 or INR 1.06 Cr annually.

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Who are the top employers at Carnegie Mellon University?

Answered 8 months ago

The top employers for Carnegie Mellon University graduates are:

Amazon	Apple	Meta
Google	Microsoft	NVIDIA
Tesla	-	-

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Which is better in US News rankings: Carnegie Mellon or New York University?

Answered 11 months ago

Carnegie Mellon University and New York University are known to be some of the top universities worldwide and in USA. The comparative US News rankings of both universities are given as follows:

University Name	US News National University Ranking 2024	US News National University Ranking 2025
Carnegie Mellon University	24	21
New York University	32	32

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What are the various companies that hire from Tepper School of Business?

Answered a year ago

These graduates were placed at the top companies like Amazon, Bain, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Cisco, Facebook, Google, HP, JP Morgan etc..

The top industries Carnegie Mellon MBA graduates got the placements are Consulting, Consumer Packaged Goods, and Financial Services, wi

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