The Pittsburgh skyline at dusk.
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Pittsburgh consistently ranks among the most livable cities in the US and is a great urban setting that graduate students appreciate for:
- A cost of living lower than other major cities like Boston, Chicago, San Francisco and New York
- Safety greater than cities such as Atlanta, Baltimore and Phoenix
- Distinctive neighborhoods with small town friendliness
- Urban architectural interest with easily accessible restaurants, music, arts and other things to do
- A beautiful location with three rivers, ample green space, and easy access to biking, kayaking, skiing, climbing, and many other outdoor activities
- Ethnic roots that welcome diverse groups
- Easy travel, with an international airport ranked in the top 5 by Conde Nast
The Mellon College of Science at Carnegie Mellon encourages you to explore the possibilities here and to contact the Graduate Admissions office in your department(s) of interest if you have additional questions about Pittsburgh.
