Our Vision
The Mellon College of Science will be a trailblazer in transforming science through research and learning. Our people and our work will answer problems of worldwide consequence and revolutionize science for the future.
Our Mission
To harness the remarkable research strengths and collaborative culture at Carnegie Mellon University to support foundational discovery and solve issues of global significance.
To provide students with a rigorous education that provides in-depth skills within their discipline, exposure to a breadth of scientific fields and the knowledge and ability to identify and address significant and challenging problems.
To tell the world about the collaborative scientific and educational culture of Carnegie Mellon University and how we are harnessing it to achieve transformational results.
Our Values
A deeper understanding of foundational science through theory and applications.
A safe atmosphere that supports and respects faculty, staff and students in achieving their ambitions.
Transdisciplinary approaches to the innovations of tomorrow.
Diversity in all forms.
Our Goals
- To be a world class research group in existing and future intellectual hubs
- To establish major industrial partnerships
- To have MCS faculty recognized globally by federal, research and industrial entities
- To have MCS be a point of pride for CMU
- To offer a renowned educational experience
- To be a place where everyone can do their best work
- To have dedicated and valued professional support
- To have efficient and effective means of internal and external communication
- To bring our achievements and expertise to the global community
- To celebrate and promote diversity in all forms