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Carnegie Mellon University Courses & Fees 2026

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MS(106 courses)
INR 10 L - 84 LGet Fee Details
Duration9 months-4 years
Exam AcceptedTOEFL: 84 - 100, Duolingo: 105 - 120, IELTS: 6.5 - 7.5, PTE, GRE, GMAT
MBA/PGDM(18 courses)
INR 23 L - 84 LGet Fee Details
Duration9 months-4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7, TOEFL: 84 & Above, PTE, Duolingo: 105 - 120, GMAT, GRE
B.E. / B.Tech(20 courses)
INR 58 L - 83 LGet Fee Details
Duration4-5 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 7.5 & Above, TOEFL: 102 & Above, PTE, Duolingo: 135 & Above, SAT
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Q:   How to get into CMU from India?
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Indian students who wish to study at Carnegie Mellon University must meet the admission requirements as per their program. They must have a qualfying GPA for UG and PG admission. Mentioned below are the general requirements to get into Carnegie Mellon from India:

  • GPA – Should have an average GPA of minimum 3.2 out of 4

  • SAT/ ACT – An average SAT score of 1460–1560 and 31-34 in the ACT

  • GRE – An average of 315 in total

Q:   What are the requirements to pursue MS in CS at Carnegie Mellon University?
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In order to pursue Carnegie Mellon University MS in Computer Science, overseas applicants must fulfill the admission requirements listed below:

  • Obtain passing units in qualifying master's courses from the curriculum list in the MSCS Handbook of the university
  • Pass up to 12 MSCS elective units
  • Pass one course from the available Systems courses (counts toward Qualifying unit)
  • Pass one course from the available Theoretical Foundations courses (counts toward Qualifying unit)
  • Pass one course from the available Artificial Intelligence courses (counts toward Qualifying unit)
  • Maintain a 3.0 QPA.

Note: Passing is considered receiving a letter grade of C or higher.

Q:   Is GRE required for MS in CMU?
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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.

Q:   What are MArch's application requirements for international students at Carnegie Mellon University?
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Carnegie Mellon graduate programs are highly specialized, therefore each programme has unique application requirements. Check below the Mellon application requirements for the Master of Architecture program:

  • Submit the application fee i.e. $ 75

  • Application forms

  • Portfolio

  • Video statement

  • State of Purpose

  • Academic Transcript

  • GRE Score (optional)

  • IELTS/ TOEFL/ DET score

  • Resume/ CV

  • Three references

  • Other supporting documents

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Carnegie Mellon University Fee Breakdown 2026

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Q:   What are the world rankings of Carnegie Mellon University?
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Carnegie Mellon University is known to be one of the most recognised universities globally. According to the Shiksha Popularity Rankings, the university has been ranked at #127. Some of the world rankings of Carnegie Mellon University are given in the table below:

Year Quacquarelli Symonds World RankingsUS News Global Universities Rank
2023#52#118
2024#52#134
2025#58NA
Q:   What are the overall course rankings at Carnegie Mellon University?
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Shiksha has ranked some of the top courses offered at Carnegie Mellon University including Business and Management Studies, Engineering, Arts, Computer Sciences, Information Technology, Entrepreneurship, etc. Some of the course rankings at the university are given as follows: 

Course Name Shiksha Popularity Rank US News Rank 
MS#20#5
Electrical Engineering #8#7
MBA/PGDM#12#2
IT and Systems #3#2
BE/BTech #6#7
Q:   How much will it cost to do an MS (CS) at Carnegie Mellon University?
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The first year Carnegie Mellon University fees for MS in CS is around INR 45.2 L for international students. The below table includes the complete first-year package to study MS in CS in the USA at Carnegie Mellon:

Fees componentsAmount
Tuition & feesINR 45,23,391
InsuranceINR 2,34,066
TransportationINR 21,279
Student Activities FeeINR 19,783
TotalINR 47,98,519
Q:   What is the average salary at Carnegie Mellon Business School?
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 Carnegie Mellon Business School’s employment record is amazing. For the MBA class of 2022, 97% of Tepper School graduates received an offer within ninety days of graduation. In addition, the class’s median salary grew 8 percent, to $148,000.

Carnegie Mellon University
Students Ratings & Reviews

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 25% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
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Friendly
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Liberal
Internships3.3
Part time work2.9
Post study jobs4.4
Quality of faculty4.7
Student Life4.6
Value for money3.5
Public transportation4.4
Safety4.5
Indian Food4.2
Permanent Immigration3
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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
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025Read more
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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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Master of Tangible Interaction Design - Batch of 2026
3.7
Place to aspire to study.
Tips: I have experienced a lot of change in my attitude and outlook on how I perceive things and situations. CMU has a very global campus, so you'll meet people from all over the world, especially India. Lots of resources as well, which you should make use of. People can be a bit more reserved than you'd expect, and the classes have a very high academic standard. Try not to burn out during your time here.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1500
Prepping time for classes31 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 91375
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MS in Environmental Engineering - Batch of 2026
3.7
Good place and friendly people.
Tips: CMU is one of the most reputed institutions in the USA for various reasons. The quality of education and teaching is among the best. Our professors are well-known in their industries, and students gain a lot of independence. It's also very competitive. While most of us came here for work and settlement opportunities, the current situation makes that seem unrealistic. However, there is a supportive community.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1975
Prepping time for classes32 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 99875
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MS in Biomedical Engineering and Integrated Study in Computer Science - Batch of 2026
3.8
Competitive and studious environment.
Tips: I came here with an open mind and a willingness to learn, which are important for enjoying what CMU has to offer. The post-work situation is complicated, as companies don't offer sponsorships as easily anymore. While I didn't receive a scholarship, I did get early admission, which made my decision to study here easier.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): There are very limited job opportunities here in the United States, so be prepared for the challenges, which may take a few years to overcome. Many companies are unwilling to offer sponsorships, which complicates the process.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1700
Prepping time for classes32 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 93700
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025Read more
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Answered 4 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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Ridhi

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Answered 5 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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PRIYANKA

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Answered 5 months ago

The top employers for Carnegie Mellon University graduates are: 

Amazon

Apple

Meta

Google

Microsoft

NVIDIA

Tesla

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PRIYANKA

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 8 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

2421

New York University

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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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