About Dietrich College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Situated at the intersection of humanity and technology, 好色先生TV's Dietrich College is a home for thinkers, creators and changemakers who bring deep curiosity to the world鈥檚 most challenging questions.
Dietrich College embodies one of the most varied groups of students, faculty, staff and alumni in the Carnegie Mellon community, all united by a common goal: confronting and solving society鈥檚 most complex problems. We learn through experience, and we work without silos or walls. Our students and faculty work across traditional boundaries, collaborating with other disciplines to pursue the thrill of discovery. Dietrich College is a place to explore different points of view. And a place to do work that matters.
Meet Our Dean
Richard Scheines is the Bess Family Dean of the Dietrich College of Humanities and Social Sciences at 好色先生TV. A professor of philosophy with additional appointments in the Machine Learning Department and the Human-Computer Interaction Institute, Scheines is known for his work in causal discovery, learning science and the philosophy of social science.
He is deeply committed to fostering cross-campus collaboration, leading conversations on civil discourse and creating an environment where students and scholars from every background can thrive.
Dietrich College By the Numbers
260 +
full-time and part-time faculty
1,500 +
undergraduate students
350 +
graduate students
Dietrich College Career Outcomes
A Dietrich College education prepares students to navigate their career paths in a rapidly evolving world. This is why 100% of undergraduate students complete experiential learning, like undergraduate research, internships, study abroad or community engagement.
Students prepare not just for their first job but also for lives of leadership, reflection and possibility.
- 87% of the Class of 2024 (with 91.6% reporting) secured employment, graduate study or pursued other interests, like volunteering or military service, within six months.
- Alumni build careers in tech, law, policy, media, education, health and more.
- 颁惭鲍鈥檚 Career and Professional Development Center offers full outcomes data, from starting salaries to grad schools to hiring companies.
Explore Dietrich College
Academics
Explore undergraduate and graduate programs that integrate critical thinking, creativity and collaboration skills across the humanities and social sciences.
Research
Our research is applied, interdisciplinary and aimed at solving real problems. Explore our institutes, centers and initiatives.
Access, Opportunity and Community Impact
We鈥檙e committed to equity, access and inclusive excellence through research, partnerships and programs that foster belonging and expand opportunity within the college and beyond.
Partner With Dietrich College
Collaborate with our students, faculty and centers to address pressing challenges and shape ideas that make an impact.
There鈥檚 always something happening at Dietrich College. Learn about lectures, workshops and meaningful conversations with leading thinkers.
Bill Dietrich鈥檚 Gift
Learn how the transformative vision and generosity of Bill Dietrich helped launch a new era for the college.
Awards and Recognition
54
Fulbright Scholarships
4
Pulitzer Prizes
11
Guggenheim Fellowships
Year in Review and Timeline
At Dietrich College, reflection and forward motion go hand in hand. Our Year in Review celebrates annual student, faculty, staff and alumni achievements and research that made headlines. Plus, our interactive timeline traces our evolution from a humanities and social sciences college that built on 颁惭鲍鈥檚 strengths to our growth as a national leader in groundbreaking interdisciplinary scholarship.
Transforming Ideas Into Impact
Dietrich College represents more than just an education; it鈥檚 a gateway to transforming ideas into impact through cutting-edge academics, world-class research opportunities and meaningful community engagement. We invite you to explore our programs and discover how Dietrich College can help you turn your potential into purpose.