Hey everyone! I'm thinking about applying to Carnegie Mellon next year and I'd love to know the current admissions stats like acceptance rate, average GPA, and test scores. Does anyone have this info? Thank you!
Hey! Carnegie Mellon is a great choice, and it's always helpful to know the admissions statistics of a school you're interested in. Here are some recent stats for Carnegie Mellon:
Acceptance rate: Approximately 11.3%
Average GPA (unweighted): Most admitted students have a GPA of 3.9 or above, with a significant number being close to 4.0.
Test scores: As of the 2024-2025 application cycle, Carnegie Mellon is test-optional, meaning you do not need to submit SAT or ACT scores for consideration. However, if you choose to submit test scores, here's some info on past middle 50% scores of accepted students:
SAT:
- EBRW: 700-760
- Math: 760-800
ACT:
- Composite: 33-35
Please note that these numbers can vary slightly from year to year, and meeting these averages does not guarantee admission. Carnegie Mellon takes a holistic approach when evaluating applicants, which means they also consider factors such as your essays, extracurriculars, and letters of recommendation. Good luck with your application!
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