Carnegie Mellon's Pre-College Programs: CS Scholars

CS Scholars takes rising high school sophomores on a four-week deep dive into computer science, combining classroom instruction, hands-on projects, faculty lectures, and industry engagement with leading tech companies around the country. This fully funded, merit-based program gives students the opportunity to explore computing with Carnegie Mellon faculty, staff, and researchers, gaining mentorship, developing technical skills, and applying their learning to real-world challenges in computer science. As a CS Scholar, you will dive into college-level courses and weekly college prep seminars covering admissions, financial aid, and social-emotional wellbeing. Through project-based learning, you’ll explore computing and mathematics while collaborating on hands-on group projects that tackle real-world challenges and culminate in a final symposium presentation. You’ll also connect with industry leaders, gain mentorship from faculty, and build lasting relationships with peers all while experiencing life on a college campus. A core value of the CS Scholars program is a commitment to an inclusive, equitable community where all participants feel valued and supported; scholars are expected to uphold this value and actively contribute to a culture of respect and belonging.