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    Master of Entertainment Industry Management (MEIM)

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    Pittsburgh, USMEIMIn-person2 years
    $114,840.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    192
    Credits

    Master of Entertainment Industry Management (MEIM) at Carnegie Mellon University is a 192-credit, 2-year, in-person MEIM program based in Pittsburgh, US. Tuition is $114,840.

    About the program

    Dual-city program combining creative power of College of Fine Arts with management expertise of Heinz College. Covers development, marketing, production, distribution, and strategy in film, TV, gaming, and music industries.

    Focus: coursework

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jun 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE or GMAT Scores (optional)
    GMAT
    optional
    Min GRE or GMAT Scores (optional)
    TOEFL
    required
    Min Reading: 22; Listening: 22; Speaking: 20; Writing: 22 (minimums required to apply); recommended 25 on each section
    IELTS
    required
    Min Listening: 6.5; Reading: 6.5; Writing: 6.5; Speaking: 6.0; Overall: 6.5 (minimums required to apply); recommended 7 overall and 7 in each band

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $49,688.00
    Avg starting salary
    $24,158.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Entertainment Industry Management (MEIM) at Carnegie Mellon University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Entertainment Industry Management (MEIM) at Carnegie Mellon University is $114,840 across 192 required credits.
    Is Master of Entertainment Industry Management (MEIM) at Carnegie Mellon University online or in-person?
    Master of Entertainment Industry Management (MEIM) at Carnegie Mellon University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Entertainment Industry Management (MEIM) at Carnegie Mellon University take to complete?
    Master of Entertainment Industry Management (MEIM) at Carnegie Mellon University is structured around 2 years and 192 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Entertainment Industry Management (MEIM) at Carnegie Mellon University?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Entertainment Industry Management (MEIM) at Carnegie Mellon University: 12 months OPT (US)