How to apply

October 1: All program applications open. Begin your application to the Master of Science in Information Technology (MSIT), the Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering (MS ECE), or the Master of Science in Engineering Artificial Intelligence (MS EAI) program. Learn more about our programs.

December 15: Early admission deadline. Submit your application by the early admission deadline of December 15 for CMU-Africa to cover your competency test fees. Learn more about test fees

January 15: Final application deadline. Any application received after the early admission deadline will only be considered if submitted with valid DET/IELTS/TOEFL.

January-April: Applications are reviewed. After the final application deadline, all components of the applications are reviewed.

April-May: Admissions decisions are shared with applicants. You will receive email communications from the admissions team on the status of your application at every stage. You can also view the status of your application through your application portal.

May-August: The Student Induction Program is held for admitted students. The program ensures a successful transition to CMU-Africa through a mix of online and in-person learning, including Tartan Tuesdays webinars, self-paced online learning, the English Enhancement Program, and on-campus orientation activities.

September: The semester begins for admitted students. The academic calendar serves as Carnegie Mellon University's information source and planning document for students, faculty, staff, departments, and outside organizations. The calendar includes registration, class start dates, add/drop deadlines, and exam dates. View CMU-Africa's academic calendar