Race & Ethnicity
Carnegie Mellon University has a diverse student body with 59% students of color and 20% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Carnegie Mellon University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Carnegie Mellon University has a gender distribution of 50% female students and 50% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
22% of total enrollment
22% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Carnegie Mellon University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 90% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 1% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
90%
Traditional Age (18-21)
1%
Non-Traditional (25+)
56%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Carnegie Mellon University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 20% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 11% in-state residents, 69% out-of-state students, and 20% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
11% of student body
69% of student body
20% of student body
States Represented
47 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
59%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
50%
Female Students
Global Reach
20%
International
Age Diversity
1%
Non-Traditional Age