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Enrollment Services

The HUB, Warner Hall, Lower Level, [412] 268-8186 or [412] 268-8084
:: cmu.edu/hub
Mon, Wed, Fri, 8:30am-4:30pm; Tues, Thurs, 10:30am-4:30pm

Assistant Directors of Enrollment Services are available in The HUB to assist students with Enrollment matters including registration, financial aid, student account, Carnegie Mellon Cards and PlaidCa$h. Parents and students are encouraged to contact the Assistant Directors of Enrollment Services regarding:

  • Financial aid application process
  • Financial need analysis determination
  • Financial aid programs
  • Student and parent loans
  • Payment plans
  • Enrollment/financial aid questions
  • PlaidCa$h accounts
  • Academic and financial aid forms
  • Carnegie Mellon Cards (ID cards)

For a detailed listing of Carnegie Mellon policies, refer to the "University Policies" section.

Undergraduate Enrollment

Enrollment is the process whereby eligible students notify Enrollment Services that they will be attending the University by registering for courses and settling their financial account. Enrollment must be completed before students begin classes and utilize University facilities. Most students register prior to the fall and spring semesters and receive a Student Account Invoice by mail in July and December. Carnegie Mellon can assess a penalty charge for payments not received by the payment deadline listed on the invoice.

Enrollment Services provides links to our many on-line services through The HUB Website (cmu.edu/hub). Four of the systems are Student Information On-Line, Schedule of Classes On-line, On- Line Registration and E-Check On-Line Payment. Student Information On-Line allows students to verify their personal information, make payments on their student account, update address data, view grades, current course schedule and student account balance data. The Schedule of Classes On-line allows students to search an on-line database for course schedule information. On-Line Registration is an interactive, web-based system for course registration. E-Check On-Line Payment permits enrolled students to pay their student account balance on-line.

We strongly encourage you to meet with your academic advisor before you finalize your selection of courses and register for courses using On-Line Registration.

The HUB Website serves as the Carnegie Mellon community's electronic connection with Enrollment Services. Students can view the most current Enrollment Services information on-line by visiting this site. All incoming freshmen will be contacted by their colleges or departments regarding registration. External transfer students will register for classes when they arrive on campus, unless otherwise notified by their departments.

Other Functions of Enrollment

Address Corrections

If you move, change your phone number, or if your permanent, campus, off-campus or local addresses have been incorrectly entered into the Student Information System, you will need to visit Student Information On-Line to make the appropriate changes or corrections.

The University must have an accurate and current address for every student in order to send out grades, registration material and invoices. If you move, be sure to change your address. If you do not want your name and address published in the campus directory, you must notify The HUB in writing. In addition, you must designate an emergency contact address of a relative or family friend to be contacted in case of an emergency.

Enrollment Verification

An Enrollment Verification officially confirms specific information about your academic record such as dates of attendance, expected graduation dates or degree. Verifications are commonly requested by student loan agencies, insurance companies, scholarship committees, or potential employers. Verifications are free but if you have a financial hold, we cannot produce a verification for you.

Currently enrolled Carnegie Mellon students may order enrollment verifications through Student Information On-line by clicking on Request Documents, selecting the verification link and entering the requested information. The self-serve option, through the National Student Clearinghouse, may also be selected. Verifications can be faxed, mailed or held for pick-up.

*Note: QPA information will not be faxed.

Requesting Transcripts

Information and instructions are available on The HUB website at cmu.edu/hub.

Financial Assistance

Approximately 65% of our undergraduate students receive financial aid. Carnegie Mellon awards financial aid based on both financial need and academic achievement. The Assistant Directors of Enrollment Services are available at The HUB to assist students.

Applying For Need-Based Aid

To receive need-based financial aid consideration for the 2007-2008 academic year, students are required to submit the following:

  • 2007-2008 Carnegie Mellon Returning Student Financial Aid Application (may be completed on-line at cmu.edu/hub)
  • 2006 Parent(s)' signed tax return (If your parent(s) are required to file an Income Tax Return in a country other than the United States, you must provide us with a copy of their foreign tax return and provide tax information translated into U.S. dollars on a 2006 U.S. Federal Income Tax Return. This document must be signed by your parents and a tax accountant.)
  • 2006 Parent(s)' W-2 Wage and Tax Statement(s)-legible copies
  • 2006 Student's (and spouse's, if applicable) signed federal tax return
  • 2007-2008 Non custodial Parent Information Form-if applicable
  • 2007-2008 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), or renewal FAFSA to the Federal Processor (may be completed on-line at fafsa.ed.gov)

Additional information about Carnegie Mellon's financial aid programs and application process are available on The HUB Website at cmu.edu/hub and in the Carnegie Mellon Undergraduate Student Financial Assistance Guide.

Carnegie Mellon Card Office

Warner Hall, Lower Level
Josh Frederick,

The University issues Carnegie Mellon ID Cards for student identification. It identifies the student as a member of the Carnegie Mellon community for admission to athletic events, and admission to certain events sponsored by the Student Government, and Activities Board, etc. A valid Carnegie Mellon Card also grants free admission to the Carnegie Museums, Science Center, Andy Warhol Museum, The Mattress Factory, and Phipps Conservatory. It is not valid for the establishment of credit or other purposes outside of the University and it is non-transferable. Upon the request of any school official or security officer, the student should be willing to produce this card. Refusal to do so may be regarded as a basis for disciplinary action.

Lost Carnegie Mellon Cards will be replaced after a replacement authorization has been issued in The HUB, Warner Hall, Lower Level, and a replacement fee of $15 has been paid

Plaid Ca$h

The PlaidCa$h account is a debit account with the University. You simply authorize us to open an account for you in the amount you specify on the PlaidCa$h Application. There is a one-time application fee of $15. To use PlaidCa$h, present your Carnegie Mellon Card to the cashier at any location where PlaidCa$h is accepted such as the University Bookstore, University Center shops, food vendors and the Computer Store.