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2 years agoContributor-Level 10
The application fee for international students applying to Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) is \$75.
However, CMU offers a fee waiver for students who meet certain criteria. To be eligible for a fee waiver, you must:
- Be a citizen of a country that is not a member of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).
- Have a family income of less than \$60,000 per year.
- Be applying to a full-time undergraduate or graduate program.
To apply for a fee waiver, you must submit an application form and supporting documentation. The application form can be found on the CMU website.
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2 years agoContributor-Level 10
No, Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) does not require SAT or ACT scores for admission. However, if you choose to submit scores, a minimum score of 1350 on the SAT or 29 on the ACT is recommended.
CMU's test-optional policy means that you can choose whether or not to submit standardized test scores with your application. This policy is designed to give all students an equal opportunity to be considered for admission, regardless of their test scores.
If you are an international student applying to CMU, I recommend that you carefully consider whether or not to submit SAT or ACT scores. If you have strong grades and other academic achievemen
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2 years agoContributor-Level 10
Tuition fees at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) vary depending on the programme you are enrolled in and your residency status. For the 2022-2023 academic year, the tuition fee for undergraduate students is \$58,924 for in-state students and \$64,000 for out-of-state students. The tuition fee for graduate students is \$56,900 for all students.
In addition to tuition, students also need to pay for room and board, books and supplies, and other expenses. The total cost of attendance for undergraduate students is \$77,474 and the total cost of attendance for graduate students is \$75,900.
CMU offers a variety of financial aid options to help
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2 years agoContributor-Level 10
Carnegie Mellon University's (CMU) acceptance rate for the Fall 2023 is 13.5%. This means that out of every 100 students who apply, only 13.5 are admitted. CMU is a highly selective university, and it is only possible to be admitted if you have a strong academic record, competitive standardized test scores, and strong essays and letters of recommendation.
Here are the acceptance rates for CMU's different schools and programs:
- School of Computer Science: 8.6%
- Tepper School of Business: 14.8%
- School of Design: 14.2%
- Mellon College of Engineering: 12.5%
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2 years agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) accepts Indian students. In fact, there are over 1,400 Indian students currently enrolled at CMU.
To be considered for admission to CMU, Indian students must meet the same requirements as all other applicants. These requirements include:
- A strong academic record, with a minimum GPA of 3.0
- Competitive standardized test scores, such as the SAT or ACT
- Strong essays and letters of recommendation
- Demonstrated interest in CMU and its programs
CMU also considers the following factors when evaluating Indian student applications:
- English proficiency
- Financial resources
- Personal qualities and character
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2 years ago
Contributor-Level 10
The quickest way to get from Delhi to Carnegie Mellon University is to fly which costs INR 49,000 - INR 1,40,000 and takes 21h 23m.
To get into Carnegie Mellon from India, students are required to meet below criteria:
GPA – Should have an average GPA of a minimum 3.2 out of 4.
SAT/ ACT – An average SAT score of 1460–1560 and 31-34 in the ACT.
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