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#1 graduate CS school in the US. Check your fit with the free College Predictor, see fees, IELTS/GRE requirements and the full admission process below.
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| IELTS | 7 |
| TOEFL iBT | 100 |
| PTE Academic | 68 |
| Duolingo | 120 |
| GRE | Recommended |
| GMAT (MBA) | 700 |
| Min GPA | 3.3/4.0 |
| Work experience | Not required |
| Tuition (intl) | $48–52k/yr |
| Application fee | $75 |
| Acceptance rate | 11% |
| Intl students | 50% |
| Intakes | Fall (Sep) |
| Deadline | Dec 1 (Fall) |
| Scholarships | Merit aid + assistantships |
Popular programs
- MS Computer Science
- MS Data Science
- MS AI
- MS Information Systems
- MS Robotics
Known for: Computer Science, AI/ML, Robotics. Notable alumni: Andy Warhol, Vinod Khosla.
After you graduate · USA
- Post-study work: OPT: 12 months (36 months for STEM degrees)
- Visa: F-1 student visa · Work while studying: 20 hrs/week on-campus during term; full-time in breaks
- Living cost: $12,000–20,000/yr
- Documents needed: Academic transcripts, Statement of Purpose, 2–3 Letters of Recommendation, Resume / CV, GRE/GMAT (if required), IELTS / TOEFL, Application fee, Passport copy, Financial proof (I-20)
Step-by-step admission process
- Shortlist programs & note GRE/GMAT policy
- Take IELTS/TOEFL + GRE/GMAT if required
- Prepare SOP, 2–3 LORs, CV & transcripts
- Apply online (Fall deadlines Dec–Jan)
- Pay application fee; submit
- Receive decision → I-20 → F-1 visa
All figures are indicative — confirm on the official site (cmu.edu).
Frequently asked questions
- What IELTS score do I need for Carnegie Mellon University?
- Carnegie Mellon University typically requires IELTS 7 (TOEFL 100, PTE 68). GRE: Recommended.
- How much does Carnegie Mellon University cost?
- International tuition is approximately $48–52k/yr, plus living costs of $12,000–20,000/yr. Application fee: $75.
- What is the acceptance rate at Carnegie Mellon University?
- Carnegie Mellon University has an indicative acceptance rate of about 11% (Avg GRE 325 (Quant) · GPA 3.6).
- What are the intakes and deadlines at Carnegie Mellon University?
- Intakes: Fall (Sep). Typical deadline: Dec 1 (Fall).