A
Excellent
Score: 79/100

Carnegie Mellon University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15213
🌐 www.cmu.edu/
Outcomes
A+
96/100
Affordability
F
20/100
Resources
A+
97/100
Experience
A+
95/100
Prestige
A
89/100

Quick Stats

15,596
Total Enrollment
93%
Graduation Rate
97%
Retention Rate
5.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
11%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Carnegie Mellon University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $272,439
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,691/mo — vs ~$1,156/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 15210 (9.3% cap, Mount Oliver)

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🏆 Where Carnegie Mellon University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Information Technology
of 100 schools
🥇
Computer Software Engineering
of 44 schools
🥇
Artificial Intelligence
of 20 schools
🥇
Systems Science and Theory
of 13 schools
🥈
Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering
of 20 schools
#5
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
of 100 schools
#5
Statistics, General
of 74 schools
#7
Mechanical Engineering
of 100 schools
#13
Management Science
of 100 schools
#15
Computer Science
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $62,260 $62,260
Room $10,400
Board $7,068
Total Cost (On-Campus) $83,697 $83,697

Financial Aid

58%
Receive Any Aid
17%
Receive Pell Grants
36%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

15,596
Total Students
44%
Women
96%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 18%
Hispanic 7%
Black 3%
Asian 21%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 42%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 85%
Hybrid (Some Online) 12%
Fully Online 3%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 96%
25-64 (Adult) 1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Carnegie Mellon University?
Carnegie Mellon University has an acceptance rate of 11%. This makes it a highly selective institution where admission is very competitive.
How much does it cost to attend Carnegie Mellon University?
Tuition at Carnegie Mellon University is $62,260 for in-state students and $62,260 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Carnegie Mellon University?
The graduation rate at Carnegie Mellon University is 93%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Carnegie Mellon University a good school?
Carnegie Mellon University has a Repit College Score of 79/100 (Grade: A). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (A+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (A): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Carnegie Mellon University?
Carnegie Mellon University has a total enrollment of 15,596 students. Most students (96%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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A
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology