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Application deadlines and requirements

Fall semester entry

Course-based M.S. programs:

• Application opens: October 1
• Priority deadline: December 15
• Final application deadline: January 31

M.S. in CEE - Research program:

• Application opens: October 1
• Final application deadline: December 15

Ph.D. program:

• Application opens: October 1
• Final application deadline: December 15

Spring semester entry

Master’s programs:

• Application opens: July 1
• Final application deadline: August 31

Ph.D. program:

• Application opens: July 1
• Final application deadline: August 31

Your application should include:

• Application fee - $75.00 (U.S.)*
• Unofficial transcript (upload into the application system before submitting your application). Official copies of final transcripts will be requested upon enrollment
• Essay responses (questions accessible within the application system and vary by program)
• Copy of CV/Resume (upload via application)
  • If you have publications that you would like the admissions committee to review, please link to them in your online resume.
• Three letters of recommendation (uploaded through the online application system)
• Official Duolingo English Test, TOEFL, or IELTS scores for non-native speakers of English
  • All international and United States permanent resident applicants must take an English language proficiency exam. This is required as a component in determining academic success in the program and to support visa applications for admitted students studying on an F-1 visa. The scores must be received by the application deadline for the semester in which students are applying. An English language proficiency test is not required if the applicant holds a previous degree from an institution in the United States or if the applicant is a CMU student or alum. It is also not required for applicants with United Kingdom or Canadian citizenship.

*Fee waivers can be granted for CMU students and alumni, GEM applicants, McNair Scholars, and those with financial hardship. Contact us if you believe you qualify for a fee waiver.

Please note

• Official GRE scores are not accepted for review
• All fees charged are non-refundable
• Do not mail any paper documents to the CEE Graduate Admissions Office as they will not be included in your file for review by the admissions committee.

 

Test reporting

Applicants will self-report their scores on their application. An official score report must be received from your testing agency to verify your score.

Duolingo English Test

Test scores should be reported to: Carnegie Mellon – College of Engineering

TOEFL

• Institution code: 2074
• TOEFL Department code: 65

IELTS

Please request your IELTS testing center send your scores to:

Carnegie Mellon University College of Engineering
431 Hamerschlag Drive
ANSYS Hall Suite 250
Pittsburgh, PA 15213

 

Application review process

The CEE Graduate Admissions Committee will begin reviewing applications shortly after the published deadline. CEE will continue to accept supporting documents like test score reports and letters of recommendation for two additional weeks beyond the deadline.