PROGRAMME PROFILE
At a glance
- Associated institution
- Carnegie Mellon University
- Destination
- United States
- Format & duration
- Varies by activity · Varies by session
- Age / stage
- Be at least 16 years old by the program start date.
- Type
- Academic courses
- Information year
- 2027
Sources checked: 2026-11-11 · Facts and editorial guidance are labelled separately
Learning and approach
- Teams analyse time-limited scenarios, assemble a strategic pitch deck and present to judges. The exercise brings decision-making, collaboration and public explanation into the same assignment.
Eligibility and international applicants
Eligibility includes age 16 or older at the start, current high-school grade 10 or 11 at application.
Dates and costs
Schedule
The 2027 scholarship deadline is February 1; the regular application deadline is March 1.
Costs
2026 fees in US dollars: residential $11,242 or commuter $8,656. Application fee $75 and enrolment deposit $800.
Official source ↗PROVIDER INFORMATION
Details from the provider
Grade and age
- Be at least 16 years old by the program start date. Official source ↗
- Age: You must be 16 years of age by June 26, 2027. Official source ↗
Eligibility
- Eligibility includes age 16 or older at the start, current high-school grade 10 or 11 at application. Official source ↗
Application materials
- The application checklist lists unofficial transcript, recommendation material, application essay. Optional items include standardised test scores. Official source ↗
- Items listed in the application instructions: school transcript, recommendation. Official source ↗
Application and payment dates
- The 2027 scholarship deadline is February 1; the regular application deadline is March 1. Official source ↗
Fees and inclusions
- 2026 fees in US dollars: residential $11,242 or commuter $8,656. Application fee $75 and enrolment deposit $800. Official source ↗
Grades and credit
- Students who complete the programme can receive a certificate of completion. Official source ↗
Academic programme
- Teams analyse time-limited scenarios, assemble a strategic pitch deck and present to judges. The exercise brings decision-making, collaboration and public explanation into the same assignment. Official source ↗
- Learning activities listed by the programme: case studies, field trips. Official source ↗
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Official sources and verification
- Official source 1 ↗www.cmu.edu
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