Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, PA · Private Nonprofit
Test scores
Admitted students score between 1500 and 1570 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
ACT midpoint: 34
Popular programs at Carnegie Mellon University
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Computer Science. | 255 | |
| 2 | Statistics. | 189 | |
| 3 | Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | 166 | |
| 4 | Business Administration, Management and Operations. | 138 | |
| 5 | Systems Science and Theory. | 118 | |
| 6 | Mechanical Engineering. | 113 | |
| 7 | Computer and Information Sciences, General. | 100 | |
| 8 | Biomedical/Medical Engineering. | 65 | |
| 9 | Economics. | 55 | |
| 10 | Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | 53 | |
| 11 | Chemical Engineering. | 44 | |
| 12 | Mathematics. | 42 | |
| 13 | Architectural Sciences and Technology. | 36 | |
| 14 | Physics. | 36 | |
| 15 | Civil Engineering. | 34 | |
| 16 | Mathematics and Statistics, Other. | 33 | |
| 17 | Materials Sciences. | 33 | |
| 18 | Psychology, General. | 33 | |
| 19 | Fine and Studio Arts. | 33 | |
| 20 | Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | 32 |
Showing top 20 of 56 programs
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Carnegie Mellon University?
Carnegie Mellon University has an acceptance rate of 12% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for Carnegie Mellon University?
Admitted students at Carnegie Mellon University typically score between 1500 and 1570 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does Carnegie Mellon University cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Carnegie Mellon University is approximately $31,944 per year.
What is the graduation rate at Carnegie Mellon University?
4-year graduation rate data for Carnegie Mellon University is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.