There isn't wasted time in class and the teachers are always using the basic physics and chemistry we are learning to explain much more complicated ideas such as how to find galaxies in the universe and why scientists know that dark matter has to exist. Each class is fascinating to be in.
Do you enjoy the experience at your school?
The people at CMU are really nice and there are just so many types. Of course there are the nerds, but there are also the drama kids and the partiers and people who are just normal. Everyone is there because they deserve to be there and it can create fascinating discussions.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Carnegie Mellon University is insanely expensive, but the amount of learning that goes on in one week shows why it is so expensive. They are kind of random when it comes to giving out scholarships so even if you really deserve a large financial package, you might not get it. However students earn inordinate sums of money after graduating so it is worth your while.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
I would put a lot of work into the essays you have to write to get in here because they count for a lot. Also try to be doing sports or drama or some sort of extra curricular. Carnegie Mellon is really hard to get into, but it is worth it. I wouldn't want to go anywhere else.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Students who can either plan projects out and get them done in small chunks, or students who can pull all-nighters and still turn out good work. While when I was researching this college I saw that a lot of people said there were no parties on campus, that is a complete lie. So if you like to party you should be able to get your work done also. You can't skate through Carnegie Mellon.
There isn't wasted time in class and the teachers are always using the basic physics and chemistry we are learning to explain much more complicated ideas such as how to find galaxies in the universe and why scientists know that dark matter has to exist. Each class is fascinating to be in.
The people at CMU are really nice and there are just so many types. Of course there are the nerds, but there are also the drama kids and the partiers and people who are just normal. Everyone is there because they deserve to be there and it can create fascinating discussions.
Carnegie Mellon University is insanely expensive, but the amount of learning that goes on in one week shows why it is so expensive. They are kind of random when it comes to giving out scholarships so even if you really deserve a large financial package, you might not get it. However students earn inordinate sums of money after graduating so it is worth your while.
I would put a lot of work into the essays you have to write to get in here because they count for a lot. Also try to be doing sports or drama or some sort of extra curricular. Carnegie Mellon is really hard to get into, but it is worth it. I wouldn't want to go anywhere else.
Students who can either plan projects out and get them done in small chunks, or students who can pull all-nighters and still turn out good work. While when I was researching this college I saw that a lot of people said there were no parties on campus, that is a complete lie. So if you like to party you should be able to get your work done also. You can't skate through Carnegie Mellon.