Costs & Aid

Let’s Meet Where You Are.

And Get You Where You Want to Go.

No matter what your situation, a Carnegie Mellon education can be surprisingly affordable. We're committed to offering the financial aid resources you need to make your dream of attending Carnegie Mellon a reality.

The Payoff Is Priceless

It’s hard to put a number on the worth of a Carnegie Mellon education. "Invaluable" sums it up nicely. Attending CMU is a proven investment in your future, and we work to ensure that this investment is available to anyone who hopes to pursue it.

See the Value of Carnegie Mellon

$20,000 CMU graduates have, on average, less than $20,000 in student loan debt - the national average is $37,000.

91% 91% of our 2023 graduates were employed or continued their education within 6 months after graduation

$111,064 The 2023 graduating class had an average starting salary of $111,064

We Meet 100% of Your Demonstrated Need

We're committed to meeting 100% of demonstrated need for domestic students. This is determined through your financial aid application, and your family's resources such as assets and income. Applying for financial aid can help you lower costs while earning a degree that will pay you back for a lifetime.

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Net Price Calculator

CMU offers a Net Price Calculator to give students and families a better idea of what their actual cost might be. This tool is intended for U.S. citizens, eligible non-citizens and permanent residents who plan on pursuing a full-time undergraduate degree but haven't yet applied to CMU.

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Cost & Aid Fundamentals

Everything you need to know and want to ask.

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Admission Insight Series: Financial Aid at CMU

4:30 to 6 p.m. EST on Thursday, Nov. 21

Join us for a webinar to hear from staff in The HUB and the Office of Admission as they discuss ways to make a CMU education surprisingly affordable, how to plan for financing your education and how to apply for financial aid.

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