

Master's degree in Psychology, General
Student Life #DayInTheLife
Campus & City Pittsburgh, PA, United States
- Rent (1BR)
- $1,100
- Groceries
- $350
- Pint
- $6.5
Varies widely β warm south, four-season northeast, dry west.
Car-centric outside major cities; NYC/SF/Boston/Chicago have metro.
Urban safety varies by neighbourhood; follow campus security guidance.
Ranked #58 in the QS World University Rankings 2025. A leading research university with a strong international profile.
Student Reviews
Representative reviews"Highly recommend"
I was sceptical before starting β now I'd recommend it to anyone. The best part: the opportunity to do independent research in the final year is a highlight. If I'm honest, some seminar groups were too big for meaningful discussion. On the city β the campus feels like a self-contained bubble in the best way. Overall, if you're considering Master's degree in Psychology, General at Carnegie Mellon University, I'd say go for it.
"Highly recommend"
I was sceptical before starting β now I'd recommend it to anyone. The best part: the cohort are bright and motivated, which makes the learning environment great. If I'm honest, admin can be slow to respond, especially at start of term. On the city β campus life is really active β Greek life, sports, clubs, you name it. Overall, if you're considering Master's degree in Psychology, General at Carnegie Mellon University, I'd say go for it.
"Genuinely worthwhile"
I was sceptical before starting β now I'd recommend it to anyone. The best part: the opportunity to do independent research in the final year is a highlight. If I'm honest, would like to see more industry guest speakers in later years. On the city β campus life is really active β Greek life, sports, clubs, you name it. Overall, if you're considering Master's degree in Psychology, General at Carnegie Mellon University, I'd say go for it.
"Worth it overall"
Overall a solid programme but worth going in with open eyes. The best part: the teaching staff are genuinely world-class and accessible. If I'm honest, some seminar groups were too big for meaningful discussion. On the city β campus life is really active β Greek life, sports, clubs, you name it. Overall, if you're considering Master's degree in Psychology, General at Carnegie Mellon University, I'd say go for it.
"Good but not perfect"
There's a lot to love, but it's not without its flaws. The best part: the cohort are bright and motivated, which makes the learning environment great. If I'm honest, a few modules feel under-resourced compared to the flagship ones. On the city β housing gets expensive fast if you don't live in dorms. Overall, if you're considering Master's degree in Psychology, General at Carnegie Mellon University, I'd say go for it.
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