Okay so the thing is, I've been totally vibing with Carnegie Mellon, like the feel, the courses, everything. But before I get too deep into dreamland, I gotta ask about the elephant in the room. What's the tuition situation there?
As of the 2024-2025 academic year, the tuition for Carnegie Mellon University is around $62,260 annually. Please keep in mind this is the base tuition for most undergraduate programs, and it can vary depending on the specific course or program you are interested in. This amount does not include additional expenses, such as room and board, books, personal expenses, and mandatory fees, which can all together add about $20,000-$25,000 more to the total cost.
While this amount can certainly seem overwhelming, please remember the university provides financial aid packages that many students can qualify for based on their financial need. Carnegie Mellon, like many other universities, uses the FAFSA to determine Student Aid Index (SAI) which then helps allocate need-based aids.
There are also merit based scholarships to consider, both from Carnegie Mellon and from external providers. So, while the sticker price can be high, a significant proportion of students receive financial aid which considerably lowers their net cost of attendance. The actual cost varies widely from student to student. You can use Carnegie Mellon’s net price calculator for a more precise estimate, based on your specific situation. It's always worth applying and seeing how much financial aid you are offered!
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