Carnegie Mellon University
Scholarship
SCHOLARSHIPS
Undergraduate Scholarships:
1. Carnegie Mellon Undergraduate Grant:
- Eligibility: Awarded to incoming students
who have demonstrated financial need.
- Application Process: Applicants must complete and
submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the CSS
Profile to be considered.
- Stipend: The grant amount varies based
on the student's demonstrated financial need.
- Note: Dependents of Carnegie Mellon
employees who qualify for tuition remission are not eligible for this
grant.
2. Endowed Scholarships:
- Eligibility: Students who receive the
Carnegie Mellon Undergraduate Grant might also be eligible for named endowed
scholarships established by donors.
- Application
Process: No
separate application is required; students are automatically considered
based on the qualifications designated by the donors.
- Stipend: These scholarships fulfill a
portion of the university-sponsored grant funding provided to the student;
the amount varies.
3. Financial Aid for International Students:
- General
Policy: does not award institutional financial
aid funds to undergraduate international students.
- Exceptions:
- DACA
Students: May
be eligible for institutional financial aid, such as the Carnegie Mellon
grant.
- Students
from Specific Countries: A limited number may qualify for institutional
funding opportunities.
- Alternative
Funding:
International students are encouraged to explore the external scholarships and
funding sources.
4. Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships (SURF):
- Eligibility: Open to undergraduate students
interested in conducting research during the summer.
- Application
Process:
Requires submission of an application and a letter of recommendation from
faculty.
- Stipend: Provides a stipend of $4,500
for full-time research over 8-10 weeks.
5. Global Engagement Scholarship:
- Eligibility: Undergraduate students
planning to pursue a summer study abroad experience of at least four weeks.
- Application
Process:
Applicants must be applying to or have been accepted into a study abroad
or internship program eligible for academic credit.
- Stipend: Awards up to $4,000 annually
to one or two students.
6. Tartans Abroad Scholarship:
- Eligibility: Undergraduate students
intending to study, work, volunteer, or research abroad during academic
break periods.
- Application
Process: Open
to students pursuing short-term organized international travel.
- Stipend: May cover up to one-third of
total expenses, with a maximum award of $1,000.
Additional Notes:
- Need-Blind
Admission: practices need-blind admission for
domestic applicants, meaning financial need does not impact admission
decisions.
- External
Scholarships:
International students are advised to seek external scholarships and
grants to fund their education
Graduate Students:
1. Departmental Funding:
- Research
and Teaching Assistantships:
- Eligibility: Typically awarded by
individual departments based on academic merit and program needs.
- Stipend: Includes a full tuition
fellowship and a monthly stipend; amounts vary by department.
- Application
Process: Prospective
students should contact their specific department for detailed
information on availability and application procedures.
2. Institutional Fellowships and Scholarships:
- Director's
Fellowship:
- Eligibility: Merit-based, awarded to the incoming students with outstanding academic and personal achievements.
- Stipend: Partial- to full-tuition
scholarships; specific amounts vary.
- Application
Process:
Candidates are selected during the application review process; no
separate application is necessary.
- Presidential
Fellowship:
- Eligibility: Merit-based; awarded to one
incoming student annually with exceptional academic and personal
achievements.
- Stipend: $50,000 scholarship.
- Application
Process:
Automatic consideration during the application review process.
- EWF-INI
Fellowship:
- Eligibility: Open to students pursuing
graduate programs in the Information Networking Institute (INI);
emphasizes support for women in information security, risk management,
and privacy.
- Stipend: Covers 50% of tuition.
- Application
Process:
Candidates are selected during the application review process; no
separate application required.
3. External Fellowships and Scholarships:
- National
and International Fellowships:
- Eligibility: Varies by fellowship;
generally merit-based and open to both domestic and international
students.
- Stipend: Amounts vary depending on the
specific fellowship.
- Application
Process:
Students are encouraged to consult 's Fellowships and Scholarships Office
for guidance on identifying and applying for external funding
opportunities.
4. Financial Aid for Domestic Students:
- Federal
Financial Aid:
- Eligibility: Available to U.S. citizens
and permanent residents.
- Application
Process:
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine your eligibility for federal loans and work-study programs.
5. Financial Aid for International Students:
- General
Policy:
International students are not eligible for the U.S. federal financial aid.
- Departmental
Funding:
International students may be considered for assistantships, fellowships,
or scholarships offered by their respective departments.
- External
Funding:
International students are encouraged to seek scholarships from external
organizations and their home countries.
6. Application Tips:
- Departmental
Inquiry:
Prospective students should directly contact their department of interest
to inquire about specific funding opportunities and application
procedures.
- Early
Application:
Applying early can enhance chances of receiving financial aid, as some funding
is limited and awarded on a rolling basis.
- Comprehensive
Documentation:
Prepare and submit all required documents, such as academic transcripts,
letters of recommendation, and personal statements, to strengthen your
application for scholarships and fellowships.
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Eligibility criteria
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
Undergraduate Admissions:
Eligibility
Criteria:
- Academic
Requirements:
- Completion of a high school
diploma or its equivalent is mandatory for applicants aged 17 and above.
- Standardized
Testing:
- For Fall 2025 applicants, has adopted a test-optional policy,
meaning submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required. However,
applicants to the School of Computer Science are strongly encouraged to
submit these scores, especially the math subscore.
- English
Language Proficiency (for non-native English speakers):
Required
Documents:
- Completed Common Application.
- High school transcript.
- Secondary School Counselor
Evaluation
- Teacher Evaluation.
- Common Application Essay.
- Common Application Writing
Supplement.
- Standardized test scores (if
opting to submit).
- Proof of English proficiency
(for international applicants).
Tuition and
Fees (2025-2026 Academic Year):
- Tuition: $67,020
- Standard
Double Room:
$11,250.
- Traditional
First-Year Meal Plan: $7,644.
Additional
fees may include student activities fees, health insurance, and personal
expenses.
Financial
Aid:
- commits to meeting 100% of the demonstrated
financial need for domestic students.
- Students from families who're earning
less than $75,000 annually may qualify for tuition-free education.
Graduate Admissions:
Eligibility
Criteria:
- Academic
Requirements:
- A bachelor's degree from an
accredited institution is required.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 is
typically expected, though specific programs may have higher
requirements.
- Standardized
Testing:
- GRE scores are generally
required; however, some programs may waive this requirement, especially
for alumni.
- English
Language Proficiency (for international applicants):
- Accepted tests include TOEFL,
IELTS, and Duolingo English Test.
- Minimum score requirements
vary by program.
Required
Documents:
- Completed online application.
- Statement of Purpose.
- Current resume or curriculum
vitae.
- Three letters of
recommendation.
- Official transcripts from all
previously attended institutions.
- GRE scores (if required).
- Proof of English proficiency
(for international applicants).
Tuition and
Fees (2024-2025 Academic Year):
- Tuition varies by program. For
example:
- College
of Engineering Master's Programs: $57,436 per year.
- School
of Computer Science Master's Programs: $57,500 per year.
- Tepper
School Full-Time MBA Program: $78,362 per year.
Prospective
students should consult the specific department's website for the most accurate
and up-to-date information regarding tuition and fees.
Additional
Considerations for International Applicants:
- Visa
Documentation:
- Admitted international
students will receive guidance from 's Office of International Education
(OIE) to facilitate immigration requirements and prepare for arrival in
the U.S.
- Transcript
Evaluation:
- Some programs may require
international transcripts to be evaluated by credential services.
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SCHOLARSHIPS
Undergraduate Scholarships:
1. Carnegie Mellon Undergraduate Grant:
- Eligibility: Awarded to incoming students
who have demonstrated financial need.
- Application Process: Applicants must complete and
submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the CSS
Profile to be considered.
- Stipend: The grant amount varies based
on the student's demonstrated financial need.
- Note: Dependents of Carnegie Mellon
employees who qualify for tuition remission are not eligible for this
grant.
2. Endowed Scholarships:
- Eligibility: Students who receive the
Carnegie Mellon Undergraduate Grant might also be eligible for named endowed
scholarships established by donors.
- Application
Process: No
separate application is required; students are automatically considered
based on the qualifications designated by the donors.
- Stipend: These scholarships fulfill a
portion of the university-sponsored grant funding provided to the student;
the amount varies.
3. Financial Aid for International Students:
- General
Policy: does not award institutional financial
aid funds to undergraduate international students.
- Exceptions:
- DACA
Students: May
be eligible for institutional financial aid, such as the Carnegie Mellon
grant.
- Students
from Specific Countries: A limited number may qualify for institutional
funding opportunities.
- Alternative
Funding:
International students are encouraged to explore the external scholarships and
funding sources.
4. Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships (SURF):
- Eligibility: Open to undergraduate students
interested in conducting research during the summer.
- Application
Process:
Requires submission of an application and a letter of recommendation from
faculty.
- Stipend: Provides a stipend of $4,500
for full-time research over 8-10 weeks.
5. Global Engagement Scholarship:
- Eligibility: Undergraduate students
planning to pursue a summer study abroad experience of at least four weeks.
- Application
Process:
Applicants must be applying to or have been accepted into a study abroad
or internship program eligible for academic credit.
- Stipend: Awards up to $4,000 annually
to one or two students.
6. Tartans Abroad Scholarship:
- Eligibility: Undergraduate students
intending to study, work, volunteer, or research abroad during academic
break periods.
- Application
Process: Open
to students pursuing short-term organized international travel.
- Stipend: May cover up to one-third of
total expenses, with a maximum award of $1,000.
Additional Notes:
- Need-Blind
Admission: practices need-blind admission for
domestic applicants, meaning financial need does not impact admission
decisions.
- External
Scholarships:
International students are advised to seek external scholarships and
grants to fund their education
Graduate Students:
1. Departmental Funding:
- Research
and Teaching Assistantships:
- Eligibility: Typically awarded by
individual departments based on academic merit and program needs.
- Stipend: Includes a full tuition
fellowship and a monthly stipend; amounts vary by department.
- Application
Process: Prospective
students should contact their specific department for detailed
information on availability and application procedures.
2. Institutional Fellowships and Scholarships:
- Director's
Fellowship:
- Eligibility: Merit-based, awarded to the incoming students with outstanding academic and personal achievements.
- Stipend: Partial- to full-tuition
scholarships; specific amounts vary.
- Application
Process:
Candidates are selected during the application review process; no
separate application is necessary.
- Presidential
Fellowship:
- Eligibility: Merit-based; awarded to one
incoming student annually with exceptional academic and personal
achievements.
- Stipend: $50,000 scholarship.
- Application
Process:
Automatic consideration during the application review process.
- EWF-INI
Fellowship:
- Eligibility: Open to students pursuing
graduate programs in the Information Networking Institute (INI);
emphasizes support for women in information security, risk management,
and privacy.
- Stipend: Covers 50% of tuition.
- Application
Process:
Candidates are selected during the application review process; no
separate application required.
3. External Fellowships and Scholarships:
- National
and International Fellowships:
- Eligibility: Varies by fellowship;
generally merit-based and open to both domestic and international
students.
- Stipend: Amounts vary depending on the
specific fellowship.
- Application
Process:
Students are encouraged to consult 's Fellowships and Scholarships Office
for guidance on identifying and applying for external funding
opportunities.
4. Financial Aid for Domestic Students:
- Federal
Financial Aid:
- Eligibility: Available to U.S. citizens
and permanent residents.
- Application
Process:
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine your eligibility for federal loans and work-study programs.
5. Financial Aid for International Students:
- General
Policy:
International students are not eligible for the U.S. federal financial aid.
- Departmental
Funding:
International students may be considered for assistantships, fellowships,
or scholarships offered by their respective departments.
- External
Funding:
International students are encouraged to seek scholarships from external
organizations and their home countries.
6. Application Tips:
- Departmental
Inquiry:
Prospective students should directly contact their department of interest
to inquire about specific funding opportunities and application
procedures.
- Early
Application:
Applying early can enhance chances of receiving financial aid, as some funding
is limited and awarded on a rolling basis.
- Comprehensive
Documentation:
Prepare and submit all required documents, such as academic transcripts,
letters of recommendation, and personal statements, to strengthen your
application for scholarships and fellowships.
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ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
Undergraduate Admissions:
Eligibility
Criteria:
- Academic
Requirements:
- Completion of a high school
diploma or its equivalent is mandatory for applicants aged 17 and above.
- Standardized
Testing:
- For Fall 2025 applicants, has adopted a test-optional policy,
meaning submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required. However,
applicants to the School of Computer Science are strongly encouraged to
submit these scores, especially the math subscore.
- English
Language Proficiency (for non-native English speakers):
Required
Documents:
- Completed Common Application.
- High school transcript.
- Secondary School Counselor
Evaluation
- Teacher Evaluation.
- Common Application Essay.
- Common Application Writing
Supplement.
- Standardized test scores (if
opting to submit).
- Proof of English proficiency
(for international applicants).
Tuition and
Fees (2025-2026 Academic Year):
- Tuition: $67,020
- Standard
Double Room:
$11,250.
- Traditional
First-Year Meal Plan: $7,644.
Additional
fees may include student activities fees, health insurance, and personal
expenses.
Financial
Aid:
- commits to meeting 100% of the demonstrated
financial need for domestic students.
- Students from families who're earning
less than $75,000 annually may qualify for tuition-free education.
Graduate Admissions:
Eligibility
Criteria:
- Academic
Requirements:
- A bachelor's degree from an
accredited institution is required.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 is
typically expected, though specific programs may have higher
requirements.
- Standardized
Testing:
- GRE scores are generally
required; however, some programs may waive this requirement, especially
for alumni.
- English
Language Proficiency (for international applicants):
- Accepted tests include TOEFL,
IELTS, and Duolingo English Test.
- Minimum score requirements
vary by program.
Required
Documents:
- Completed online application.
- Statement of Purpose.
- Current resume or curriculum
vitae.
- Three letters of
recommendation.
- Official transcripts from all
previously attended institutions.
- GRE scores (if required).
- Proof of English proficiency
(for international applicants).
Tuition and
Fees (2024-2025 Academic Year):
- Tuition varies by program. For
example:
- College
of Engineering Master's Programs: $57,436 per year.
- School
of Computer Science Master's Programs: $57,500 per year.
- Tepper
School Full-Time MBA Program: $78,362 per year.
Prospective
students should consult the specific department's website for the most accurate
and up-to-date information regarding tuition and fees.
Additional
Considerations for International Applicants:
- Visa
Documentation:
- Admitted international
students will receive guidance from 's Office of International Education
(OIE) to facilitate immigration requirements and prepare for arrival in
the U.S.
- Transcript
Evaluation:
- Some programs may require
international transcripts to be evaluated by credential services.