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All students in Advanced Placement Early Admission, Architecture, Art,
Design, Drama or Music programs must be at least 16 years old or have
completed 11th grade by the beginning of the summer program. However, to be
a resident, all students must be at least 16 years old.
The Pre-College Programs
Advanced Placement Early Admission (APEA):
This is a challenging credit-bearing program in which students take regular
Carnegie Mellon classes for full credit. The credit can be used at Carnegie
Mellon or may be transferred to other universities for advanced placement.
APEA students typically choose two courses from a variety of subjects.
Summer Programs for Diversity Students with diverse backgrounds who are entering their junior or senior year of high school and who are considering careers in engineering, science and other math-based disciplines are eligible to participate in this rigorous program.
The Fine Arts Programs:
Architecture
The Pre-College Architecture Program is an opportunity
for students to explore architecture and to determine their level of interest
for further study at the college level. The program includes both a classroom and a studio
component, and several field trips in the Pittsburgh area.
Art
The Pre-College Art
Program introduces students to the spirit and substance of the School of
Art's undergraduate curriculum. It's designed as a preparation for applying
to and working within a college art program. The summer includes a variety
of studios and an art history component.
Design
The Pre-College Design Program is for students interested
in graphic or industrial design. Students from all skill levels, including
those who have no design experience to those who are pursuing design careers,
will find this program valuable. The program includes studio and classroom work
as well as individual and group critique sessions.
Drama
Carnegie Mellon's
Pre-College Drama Program gives students the chance to participate in
a professional training program with three options: acting, musical theater
and design/technical production. The program focuses on the exploration
of a conservatory training program with emphasis on creativity, craft
and discipline.
Music
The Pre-College
Music Program offers a unique taste of the life of student musicians at
Carnegie Mellon. Each student follows an individual schedule designed
to meet specific needs and interests, including private study with outstanding
studio teachers, introduction to state-of-the-art music technology and
numerous performance opportunities.
Electives in Music
The School of Music at Carnegie Mellon offers unique
and exciting opportunities for excellent high school musicians. Summer students
working in other programs are invited to join with outstanding musicians from
around the country for an intensive program of rehearsal, performance, private
study and/or course work.
"I learned more about my field and myself than I have ever learned in any other study course."
