Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
11.40%
SAT Average
1,545
ACT Range
34-35
Carnegie Mellon University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 11.40%. This means approximately 114 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 7,187 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
11.40%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Middle States Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $63,829 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $63,829 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $80,514 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $31,671 | State avg: $20,881. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 15.21% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 35.50% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Carnegie Mellon University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$63,829
Room and board
$17,468
Books and supplies
$1,000
Other expenses
$1,400
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$80,514
Average net price
$31,671
Average aid coverage
61%
$48,843 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Carnegie Mellon University pays approximately $31,671 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Pennsylvania average of $20,881 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Carnegie Mellon University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Pennsylvania and national averages.
Carnegie Mellon University net price
$31,671
Pennsylvania average
$20,881
National average
$17,506
Carnegie Mellon University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $63,829 and average net price at $31,671. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$63,829
Current net price
$31,671
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
92.52%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$114,862
Undergraduates
7,187
10-Year Median Earnings - Carnegie Mellon University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Carnegie Mellon University graduates earn about 2.6x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Carnegie Mellon University?
Undergraduates
7,187
Completion rate
92.52%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
15.21%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
35.50%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 15.21% of Carnegie Mellon University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 35.50% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Carnegie Mellon University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Carnegie Mellon University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Carnegie Mellon University lists Middle States Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Carnegie Mellon University is listed at 5000 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213-3890. Accreditor: Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Carnegie Mellon University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carnegie Mellon University | 11.40% | $63,829 | $31,671 | $114,862 |
| Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine | Not available | Not available | Not available | $138,767 |
| University of Pennsylvania | 5.87% | $66,104 | $31,229 | $111,371 |
| Lehigh University | 29.26% | $62,180 | $33,549 | $105,584 |
| Villanova University | 25.12% | $64,701 | $44,876 | $100,423 |
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This local cluster focuses on nearby Pittsburgh schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Pittsburgh.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carnegie Mellon University's acceptance rate?
Carnegie Mellon University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 11.40%.
How much is Carnegie Mellon University tuition?
Carnegie Mellon University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $63,829.
What is Carnegie Mellon University's average net price?
Carnegie Mellon University's average net price in the local dataset is $31,671.
What does Carnegie Mellon University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $8,460 for Carnegie Mellon University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Carnegie Mellon University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $114,862 for Carnegie Mellon University.
Is Carnegie Mellon University accredited?
Carnegie Mellon University's accreditor in the local dataset is Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Carnegie Mellon University?
The local dataset lists 7,187 undergraduate students at Carnegie Mellon University.
What percentage of Carnegie Mellon University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Carnegie Mellon University in the local dataset is 15.21%.
What is the federal loan rate at Carnegie Mellon University?
The federal loan rate for Carnegie Mellon University in the local dataset is 35.50%.
Where should I verify Carnegie Mellon University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Carnegie Mellon University or the latest official federal education data.