Carnegie Mellon Robotics Program 2026
Are you in high school or in the first year of a bachelor’s degree, and would you like to explore robotics, computer science and applied artificial intelligence (Carnegie Mellon University is regularly ranked #1 for robotics in the United States) at a leading university over the summer? Enrichment programs in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania offer an immersive 5- to 6-week experience: you study a subject in depth, spend time on a prestigious campus and strengthen your application for an international bachelor’s degree.
Carnegie Mellon Robotics Program: Official booking
Registration, on-campus accommodation and YDS support are coordinated through our partner La Route des Langues.
The program at a glance
The Carnegie Mellon Robotics programs in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania are run by Carnegie Mellon University (CMU Pre-College Programs: National High School Game Academy, Pre-College Computer Science, AI Scholars). Typical format: residential, on campus, with student accommodation, meals included and supervision by professors or PhD students. Admission is selective and based on an application (transcripts, a personal statement, and sometimes a recommendation letter and an interview).
Who is this program for?
Students in the final two years of high school and first-year undergraduates planning to apply to universities abroad.
- English level: TOEFL iBT 90+ or IELTS 6.5+ (sometimes B2, assessed at interview)
- Academic profile: an average of 15/20 or a GPA of 3.5+, and a strong record
- Soft skills: independence and genuine curiosity about the subject
Program content and skills
Lectures, hands-on workshops, small-group projects and field visits.
Key skills you will develop:
- Python and C++ programming
- Designing and programming autonomous robots
- Introduction to computer vision
- Machine learning applied to robotics
- Team project with a final presentation to CMU labs
By the end of the program, you will have a completed project, an official university certificate and, often, a recommendation letter written by a supervising professor.
A typical day
The exact schedule varies by program. Excursions and visits on weekends.
Cost and accommodation
2026 budget: $9,500 to $14,500, including tuition, accommodation and meals. Flights, travel health insurance and pocket money are extra.
Booking through La Route des Langues, a YDS partner
You register through our partner La Route des Langues, which handles program selection, your application, on-campus accommodation, airport transfers, adult supervision and 24/7 assistance. YDS provides admissions coaching so you can make the most of this program in your bachelor’s application.
See prices & book →Frequently asked questions
How long does the program usually last?
5 to 6 weeks, depending on the format.
What level of English do I need?
TOEFL iBT 90+ or IELTS 6.5+ (B2–C1).
How do I register?
Through our partner La Route des Langues. See the booking page →
How can YDS help me make the most of this program?
With full admissions coaching: see the service.
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2026 prices and availability from our partner La Route des Langues.
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