Carnegie Mellon University Pre-College Programs

AI Scholars will take a deep dive into the world of artificial intelligence through a combination of classroom instruction, hands-on research projects, faculty lectures, and industry engagement with leading tech companies around the country. 

CS Scholars (CSS), a CS Pathways initiative, will take a deep dive into the world of computer science through a combination of classroom instruction, hands-on research projects, faculty lectures, and industry engagement with leading tech companies around the country.

Learn how to create your own original games on the latest state-of-the-art technology. The National High School Game Academy (NHSGA) allows disciplined, passionate, and dedicated high school students to experience video game development using current industry best practices.

Pre-College Architecture is an intensive program that engages inquisitive high school students in the creative energy and speculative culture of the study of architecture. 

Ready to challenge how you think about art?

Students will be introduced to the spirit and substance of the Carnegie Mellon University School of Art through challenging courses, individual critique, stimulating workshops, portfolio development, and energetic interaction with dedicated faculty and talented peers. They will develop both your conceptual and technical skills preparing them for a wide range of opportunities in both art studies and careers.