Pittsburgh, PA · Philadelphia, PA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Carnegie Mellon University | University of Pennsylvania | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 11.4% | 5.9% |
| In-State Tuition | $63,829 | $66,104 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $63,829 | $66,104 |
| Average Net Price | $20,340 | $16,653 |
| Graduation Rate | 93.0% | 97.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Carnegie Mellon University accepts 11.4% of applicants. University of Pennsylvania accepts 5.9%. Carnegie Mellon University's tuition is $63,829. University of Pennsylvania's is $66,104. Carnegie Mellon University is cheaper. Carnegie Mellon University graduates 93% of students in 6 years. University of Pennsylvania graduates 97%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
University of Pennsylvania. It accepts 5.9% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Carnegie Mellon University has lower published tuition: $63,829 versus $66,104. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
University of Pennsylvania: 97% of students finish in 6 years. Carnegie Mellon University is at 93%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.