Carnegie Mellon University

If students would like to graduate in less time than normal, they can choose the accelerated degree program. Carnegie Mellon University accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, Carnegie Mellon University has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 92% of students who start college at Carnegie Mellon University graduate within six years.

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Academic Options	Yes	No	Note
Accelerated Degree Program	√	–	–
Transfer Credits Accepted	√	–	–
AP Credit Accepted	√	–	–
IB Credits Accepted	√	–	–
Summer Classes Available	√	–	–
New Student Orientation	√	–	–

Reminder: Carnegie Mellon University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

What Classes Will I Take At Carnegie Mellon University?

Carnegie Mellon University does not have a core curriculum. Since there are no specific-classes required in order to graduate, students have a lot of flexibiity about what classes they choose to take.

Students are not required to fulfill a language requirementor a math or science requirement.

Students are required to take a computer class to fufill the graduation requirements for Carnegie Mellon University.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	No
Math	No
Science	No
Computer	Yes

Reminder: Check with Carnegie Mellon University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Carnegie Mellon University

When choosing a major, Carnegie Mellon University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Carnegie Mellon University.Carnegie Mellon University allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative. Carnegie Mellon University false.Carnegie Mellon University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Declaring a double major may require more work but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to a graduate program.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Carnegie Mellon University

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Does Carnegie Mellon University Have Services For Students With Disabilities?

✅ Carnegie Mellon University does offer services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does Carnegie Mellon University Offer Online Classes?

✅ Carnegie Mellon University true for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Carnegie Mellon University Give AP Credit?

✅ Carnegie Mellon University true Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Carnegie Mellon University Have An Honors Program?

❌ Carnegie Mellon University false or a Freshman Honor College.

Does Carnegie Mellon University Require Internships?

🟨 Carnegie Mellon University does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors. Students can look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.

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Additional Information About Carnegie Mellon University

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Carnegie Mellon University Library

The main library on campus is the Hunt Library and there are 2 other libraries on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at Carnegie Mellon University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

Carnegie Mellon offers these dual degree programs:

•3-2 dual degree program in engineering

•3-2 dual degree program in business administration

•Public management and policy

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Carnegie Mellon University have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every school. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Carnegie Mellon University has an Army ROTC program, an Air Force ROTC program and a Navy ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Carnegie Mellon University include:

•an Army ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

•a Navy ROTC branch unit on campus

•an Air Force ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

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