Carnegie Mellon University, also known as CMU, is a private global research university. It is renowned for working closely with students to create solutions for global problems through multidisciplinary action. Founded in 1900, it has been a nexus of technological innovation and discovery. Today, it is one of the top-ranked institutes for many subjects, from engineering to the humanities.
With its main campus in Pittsburgh, it has set up satellite campuses in Silicon Valley, Africa, Australia and Qatar. The university comprises of seven colleges and schools, offering intercollege degree programs as well. A highly research-oriented university, it allows undergraduates to participate in research and receive grants for the same. Over 400 startups have raised funding linked to CMU, including Uber, Aurora and Argo Al.
CMU is also the ground for multiple societies and clubs, including fraternities and sororities. The professional sports teams at Carnegie Mellon include those for hockey, football and baseball.
With a very high research output, CMU ranks 53 globally and 17 amongst US universities on the QS World University Rankings 2022. US News ranks it at 26th place among National Universities and 8 amongst the Most Innovative schools. It has also ranked in the top 10 for the following subjects: Computer Science, Engineering, Business programs and Undergraduate research. THE also ranked it 28 globally in 2021.
From Nobel and Turing Prizes to Academy Awards, CMU graduates have earned top honors. Highly sought after for their skills and talents, many students go on to join the world's most successful companies. Some notable alumni include Ted Danson, Zachary Quinto, David Tepper, and Roger Rosner.
