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Carnegie Mellon University vs Curtis Institute of Music

Side by side on admissions, cost, and fit, from the same verified school records.

Carnegie Mellon University Curtis Institute of Music
Acceptance rate lower = more selective 11.7% 4.6%
SAT range (mid 50%) 1,500-1,570 n/a
ACT range (mid 50%) 34-35 n/a
Average net price what students actually pay after aid $31,944 n/a
Sticker cost of attendance $83,654 n/a
Graduation rate 94% 96%
Retention rate 98% 100%
Undergraduates 7,304 109
Student-faculty ratio 5:1 2:1
Setting Pittsburgh, PA Philadelphia, PA
Type Private nonprofit Private nonprofit
Application fee $75 n/a
Test policy Required for some n/a

Highlighted values mark the stronger figure on cost and outcomes. Verified for the 2025-2026 cycle.

Common questions

Is Carnegie Mellon University or Curtis Institute of Music harder to get into?

Curtis Institute of Music is more selective, with a 4.6% acceptance rate versus 11.7% at Carnegie Mellon University. Both should be treated as reaches unless your stats sit at or above the mid-50% range shown above.