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CMU Pre-College Architecture (Carnegie Mellon Pre-College Architecture)
CMU Pre-College Architecture is a 5-week residential or commuter program run by Carnegie Mellon University. Open to: current high school sophomores and juniors.
- Application deadline
- March 1, 2027
- Cost
- Paid, aid available
- Who can apply
- Grades 10 to 11
- current grade when applying
- Length
- 5 weeks
- Residential or commuter
What students do
Students work in a design studio and take analog drawing, digital media and seminar classes that build basic architectural skills. Projects grow in complexity and Friday field trips visit buildings and construction sites.
- Architecture
- Design studio
- Drawing
- Digital media
Key facts
- Run by
- Carnegie Mellon University
- Where
- Pittsburgh, PA (residential or commuter)
- Who can apply
- Current high school sophomores and juniorsMust be at least 16 by the program start.
- Dates
- June 26 to July 31, 2027
- Cost
- 2026 pricing: $10,744 residential or $8,253 commuter; covers tuition plus housing and dining for residents; $75 application fee
- Deadline
- March 1, 2027 (February 1, 2027 for scholarship consideration)
Official program siteOfficial application pageCarnegie Mellon University admissions profile
What the application asks for
- Essays or short answers
- Transcript
- Teacher recommendation
- Portfolio or audition
- Application fee
Essays of 300 to 500 words each, a 30-second video, an unofficial transcript, one recommendation, a $75 fee, and optional portfolio samples of 5 to 10 images.
How a mentor helps with your CMU Pre-College Architecture application
- Decide whether CMU Pre-College Architecture fits, and which similar programs to apply to alongside it.
- Work backward from the deadline so essays, recommendations, and forms are not left to the last week.
- Draft and revise the essays or short answers with one-on-one feedback.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the CMU Pre-College Architecture application deadline?
The deadline is March 1, 2027 (February 1, 2027 for scholarship consideration).
How much does CMU Pre-College Architecture cost?
2026 pricing: $10,744 residential or $8,253 commuter; covers tuition plus housing and dining for residents; $75 application fee. Financial aid is available.
Who can apply to CMU Pre-College Architecture?
Current high school sophomores and juniors. Must be at least 16 by the program start.
What does the CMU Pre-College Architecture application require?
Essays or short answers, Transcript, Teacher recommendation, Portfolio or audition, Application fee. Essays of 300 to 500 words each, a 30-second video, an unofficial transcript, one recommendation, a $75 fee, and optional portfolio samples of 5 to 10 images.
Read from the program’s own site and last checked 2026-10-09. Programs change dates, fees, and requirements each year, so confirm on the official site before you apply. Dewey Smart is not affiliated with this program.
