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    Master of Science in Robotic Systems Development (MRSD)

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    Pittsburgh, USMSIn-person21 months
    STEM-OPT
    $134,000.00
    Tuition
    over 21mo
    45
    Cohort
    students
    183
    Credits
    $100.00
    App fee

    Master of Science in Robotic Systems Development (MRSD) at Carnegie Mellon University is a 183-credit, 21-month, in-person MS program based in Pittsburgh, US. Tuition is $134,000 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program covers robotics sciences and technologies through coursework, hands-on laboratory projects, team-based systems development projects, and business principles including product development, project management, and marketing. It includes a required summer internship with a robotics company.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 10, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    Min The MRSD program does not require certain minimum GRE scores, although successful applicants always earn a strong mark in the quantitative section.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min The MRSD Admissions Committee typically seeks scores of 25 or higher in each TOEFL sub-category.
    IELTS
    required

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $32,590.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Science in Robotic Systems Development (MRSD) at Carnegie Mellon University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Science in Robotic Systems Development (MRSD) at Carnegie Mellon University is $134,000 across 183 required credits.
    Is Master of Science in Robotic Systems Development (MRSD) at Carnegie Mellon University online or in-person?
    Master of Science in Robotic Systems Development (MRSD) at Carnegie Mellon University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Science in Robotic Systems Development (MRSD) at Carnegie Mellon University take to complete?
    Master of Science in Robotic Systems Development (MRSD) at Carnegie Mellon University is structured around 21 months and 183 credits.
    Is Master of Science in Robotic Systems Development (MRSD) at Carnegie Mellon University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Science in Robotic Systems Development (MRSD) at Carnegie Mellon University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How large is the Master of Science in Robotic Systems Development (MRSD) at Carnegie Mellon University cohort?
    Master of Science in Robotic Systems Development (MRSD) at Carnegie Mellon University typically enrolls around 45 students per cohort.