My Experience Studying in Dietrich College at CMU
Peter S.
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Hear from current students & community members as they share their authentic stories about student life, academics and the full college experience at Carnegie Mellon.
Ray, CIT '28
"It was a surreal moment, almost like a trial run of what was to come just over a year later..."
My Summer Pre-College Program Experience
Sofia, IS '27
"I’ve had so many opportunities to explore different career paths, gain hands-on experience and meet incredible people along the way."
My Experience Studying Information Systems at CMU
Miriam, MCS '28
"Making your dorm feel like a home is more important than people realize!"
What I Packed for my First-Year Dorm
Angie, TSB '28
"Our learning in class integrates conversations that bring in other areas like how technology aids business operations."
My Experience Studying Business at CMU
Samhita, CIT '27
"Even though I’m a Pittsburgh native, I’m still surprised by all this city has to offer."
Exploring Pittsburgh's Shadyside Neighborhood
Ronav, SCS '28
"The classes in SCS are unlike anything I have experienced before."
My Experience Studying Computer Science at CMU
Ryan, TSB '28
"On an average day, I have four classes, starting around 9 am and ending around 1 pm or so."
A Day in My Life as a Student Athlete
Esha, CFA '27
"From the very first year, we are encouraged to think critically and experiment"
My Experience Studying Architecture at CMU
Aaron, CIT '27
"Classes can be challenging, but that doesn’t mean you can’t excel with some hard work and planning"
Study Tips
Wen Hui, CIT '25
"Coming here, my experiences met and exceeded my expectations!"
Why I Chose CMU
Rohit, CIT '26
"Carnegie Mellon Racing isn’t just my favorite club at CMU—it’s my home on campus."
My Favorite Club at CMU
Eric, TSB '25
"I still fondly remember my first year here like it was yesterday"
Reflecting on My First-Year as a Senior
Sanya, CIT '27
"Our goal is to push the boundaries of what’s possible"
Hands-On Research Experience
Leo, TSB '27
"Just remember that we all have your back here at Carnegie Mellon"
Finding Mentors at CMU
Abby, DC '25
" Being part of Scotch’n’Soda during Carnival isn’t just about putting on a show, it’s about the community."
Participating in Scotch'n'Soda
Samantha, CIT '26
"There’s probably dozens of amazing things I can ramble on about CMU, plus 100 more for all my favorite people."
My Top Five Favorite Things About CMU
Kei-Li, DC '26
"I’ve found a lot of great support systems both at CMU and within myself."
Balancing Academics and Mental Health
Annie, SCS '26
"If you had listed my involvements to me before I started college, I never would have believed you."
Organizations on Campus
Katherine, CIT '25
"For me, being a woman in STEM at CMU has been an incredibly rewarding journey"
Women in STEM at CMU
Selena, TSB '27
"I have made lifelong friends who help me grow personally and academically."
My Experience Joining Greek Life
Cynthia, DC '25
"Always remember that you belong at these institutions, advocate for yourself and for others"
My Experience as a First-Generation College Student
Levi, CFA '25
"Community exists wherever you strive to create it, and that same community will be there to catch you when you need it."
Being a Part of the LGBTQIA+ Community at CMU
Wanetta, CIT '26
"Performing and competing with like-minded individuals encouraged me to audition, and it turned out to be one of the best decisions I've made in college!"
Why Counterpoint is my Favorite Club at CMU
Michelle, SCS '25
"My academic journey here has been thoroughly supported by CMU’s extreme breadth of offerings both inside and outside of SCS."
My Experience Studying Computer Science
Sofia, IS '27
"I’ve had so many opportunities to explore different career paths, gain hands-on experience and meet incredible people along the way."
My Experience Studying Information Systems at CMU
Miriam, MCS '28
"Making your dorm feel like a home is more important than people realize!"
What I Packed for my First-Year Dorm
Angie, TSB '28
"Our learning in class integrates conversations that bring in other areas like how technology aids business operations."
My Experience Studying Business at CMU
Samhita, CIT '27
"Even though I’m a Pittsburgh native, I’m still surprised by all this city has to offer."
Exploring Pittsburgh's Shadyside Neighborhood
Ronav, SCS '28
"The classes in SCS are unlike anything I have experienced before."
My Experience Studying Computer Science at CMU
Ryan, TSB '28
"On an average day, I have four classes, starting around 9 am and ending around 1 pm or so."
A Day in My Life as a Student Athlete
Esha, CFA '27
"From the very first year, we are encouraged to think critically and experiment"
My Experience Studying Architecture at CMU
Aaron, CIT '27
"Classes can be challenging, but that doesn’t mean you can’t excel with some hard work and planning"
Study Tips
Wen Hui, CIT '25
"Coming here, my experiences met and exceeded my expectations!"
Why I Chose CMU
Rohit, CIT '26
"Carnegie Mellon Racing isn’t just my favorite club at CMU—it’s my home on campus."
My Favorite Club at CMU
Eric, TSB '25
"I still fondly remember my first year here like it was yesterday"
Reflecting on My First-Year as a Senior
Sanya, CIT '27
"Our goal is to push the boundaries of what’s possible"
Hands-On Research Experience
Leo, TSB '27
"Just remember that we all have your back here at Carnegie Mellon"
Finding Mentors at CMU
Abby, DC '25
" Being part of Scotch’n’Soda during Carnival isn’t just about putting on a show, it’s about the community."
Participating in Scotch'n'Soda
Samantha, CIT '26
"There’s probably dozens of amazing things I can ramble on about CMU, plus 100 more for all my favorite people."
My Top Five Favorite Things About CMU
Kei-Li, DC '26
"I’ve found a lot of great support systems both at CMU and within myself."
Balancing Academics and Mental Health
Annie, SCS '26
"If you had listed my involvements to me before I started college, I never would have believed you."
Organizations on Campus
Katherine, CIT '25
"For me, being a woman in STEM at CMU has been an incredibly rewarding journey"
Women in STEM at CMU
Selena, TSB '27
"I have made lifelong friends who help me grow personally and academically."
My Experience Joining Greek Life
Cynthia, DC '25
"Always remember that you belong at these institutions, advocate for yourself and for others"
My Experience as a First-Generation College Student
Levi, CFA '25
"Community exists wherever you strive to create it, and that same community will be there to catch you when you need it."
Being a Part of the LGBTQIA+ Community at CMU
Wanetta, CIT '26
"Performing and competing with like-minded individuals encouraged me to audition, and it turned out to be one of the best decisions I've made in college!"
Why Counterpoint is my Favorite Club at CMU
Michelle, SCS '25
"My academic journey here has been thoroughly supported by CMU’s extreme breadth of offerings both inside and outside of SCS."