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Admission

You’ve Got This.

Because We’ve Got You.

Don’t stress: Carnegie Mellon will support you through every step of the admission process.

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Admission Considerations

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Admission Requirements

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Academic Requirements and Credit for College-level Work

Important Admission Dates

Learn more about our application plans and deadlines to find the best option for you.

Nov 1

Early Decision Deadline

Dec 1

Regular Decision Deadline (Drama & Music Applicants Only)

Jan 2

Regular Decision Deadline

Feb 15

Fall Transfer Deadline

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Application Plans and Deadlines

Your application plan depends on your timing and situation.

Decide which plan is best for you

Additional Application Information

These situations may have additional application requirements.

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International Applicants

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College of Fine Arts Applicants

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Non-traditional applicants

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Transfer applicants

Standardized Testing

Learn more about our standardized test requirements.

See our requirements

Good to Know

Application and Financial Aid Support

Where am I in the Process?

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Resources for College Counseling Partners

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