Stressed junior here, I'm interested in Carnegie Mellon but kind of intimidated by potential tuition costs. Can somebody fill me on how much I should anticipate for tuition fees either yearly or for the entire degree program? Do they offer good financial aid packages too?
For the 2024-2025 academic year, the total cost of attendance at Carnegie Mellon University, including tuition, fees, room and board, books, and personal expenses is approximately $84,412. Here's a more detailed breakdown:
- Tuition: $64,596
- Fees: $1,040
- Room and Board: $18,166
- Books and Supplies: $1,000
- Personal Expenses: $1,300
Keep in mind that these are estimates and the actual cost may vary depending on several factors like your living arrangement and personal spending habits.
As for financial aid, Carnegie Mellon commits to meeting 100% of demonstrated financial need for students who are admitted. They offer merit-based scholarships as well, but these are highly competitive. Each college within Carnegie Mellon has its own scholarship programs, and some even guarantee scholarships for students who meet certain criteria.
Your eligibility for need-based aid will be determined by the information you and your family provide on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the CSS Profile. They will use these to calculate your Student Aid Index (SAI) and then subtract that from the total cost of attendance to find your need.
Remember that the financial aid process is a separate process from the admissions process, so you should apply for financial aid when you apply for admission to make sure you are considered for the maximum amount of aid.
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