Carnegie Mellon University

Humanities & Social Sciences
at Carnegie Mellon University

Your place to learn, grow and explore

At Dietrich College of Humanities and Social Sciences, we're driven by real-world probems, working across disciplinary boundaries and innovating where humanity and technology meet. The college's renowned faculty and dedicated staff are here to help you craft a future that's true to you.

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Academic Programs

What degrees, majors and minors does Dietrich College offer?

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Student Success

How will my advisors and professors help me to set and meet my goals?

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Experiential Learning

How do I get involved with internships, research, study abroad and community engagement?

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Careers and Outcomes

What can I do with a degree in the humanities and social sciences?

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Get to Know Dietrich College

Xiaohan Liu

"I realized that data and technology must be coupled with humanities and social sciences to ensure that future technological advancements align with societal values."

Xiaohan Liu

Ethan Sterkeson

"Dietrich has helped support my work by creating opportunities for anyone to participate in research (even a first-year with little experience)."

Ethan Sterkeson

Cynthia Erazo Rodas

"Dietrich has allowed me to explore my interests by creating a focus on being interdisciplinary. In the end, it all ends up connecting."

Cynthia Erazo Rodas

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