Carnegie Mellon University in Rwanda

Carnegie Mellon, in partnership with the Government of Rwanda, is embarking on an exciting opportunity to transform graduate education in East Africa. With a history of excellence in higher education and as a global thought leader in technology innovation, Carnegie Mellon is the first U.S. research institution offering degrees in Africa with an in-country presence.

Carnegie Mellon University in Rwanda (CMU-R) is introducing new models of education, research and development, and the commercialization of information and communications technology (ICT) in a region booming with opportunities. CMU-R is offering a Master of Science degree in Information Technology (MSIT) with a multidisciplinary curriculum that strikes a fine balance between technology, business, and innovation, preparing the next generation of IT leaders in East Africa.