Campus Resources
Family members have many questions about the university resources available to support their student. While we encourage our students to develop independence and the life skills necessary to successfully navigate their personal affairs on campus, family members are important partners to help connect students to key resources. The resources on this page are gathered into sections that family members tell us are most important to them.
If you can’t find information about an important question, please don’t hesitate to email or call Family Engagement at 412-268-2142.
Academic Resources
Academic advisors are a primary source of academic support for students. In addition to academic questions, students can utilize their advisor to develop educational plans, evaluate progress towards goals and cultivate problem-solving and decision-making skills. Family members must receive permission from their students to review their student's academic information. My Plaid Student is a system that allows family members to view their student's information, including mid-semester and final grades.
Campus Services
Carnegie Mellon offers a number of campus services that support the day-to-day experience of our campus community.
Financial Resources
Family members are key partners in educating students about smart financial choices and alerting students to scholarships and funding resources. Students can set up a My Plaid Student account for family members to give access to their student’s invoice, account activity and to make payments to the account.
Health & Well-Being Resources
At Carnegie Mellon, individual and collective well-being is rooted in healthy connections, both to people and to campus resources. How we care for our holistic selves and others is important to our success. We encourage students to balance their academic pursuits with other interests and to make time for activities that they enjoy.
Family members may submit a form if they know or feel a CMU student may be in need of support or assistance due to behavioral, mental health and well-being concerns. This form refers the student of concern to Student Affairs staff who will assess and take appropriate action.
Inclusive Excellence
Carnegie Mellon is committed to fostering an environment where all members feel welcome, valued and positioned to thrive.
Living on Campus
For many students, their on-campus housing community is the heart of their CMU experience. It's the place they call home, the place where they will learn more about themselves, their community and the world around them. CMU strives to have a comprehensive residential support system that oversees everything from safe, comfortable housing and nutritious dining to community-building programs.
Safety Resources
The safety and well-being of every individual in the Carnegie Mellon community is a top priority. While the university takes regular measures to ensure campus safety, we also want to educate students on the precautions they can take to minimize their risk. For any emergency, call the CMU Police Department at 412-268-2323.
Sibling & Youth Resources
These campus resources can support the future Tartans in your life. CMU wants to engage and support all members of a student's family.
Student Involvement Resources
Your student will have vast opportunities to build their community and develop interests outside of the classroom. Students can explore 400+ student organizations, leadership development opportunities and connect with the city of Pittsburgh through the support of the university.
The Word
At Carnegie Mellon, our ambition is that all students reach their highest potential in the areas of intellectual and artistic pursuits, personal well-being, professional development, leadership, and contribution to the larger community.
The Word: Student Handbook documents the university’s expectations, the process that will be followed if standards are not met, and the rights and responsibilities afforded to and expected of each member of the CMU community. The Word is overseen in partnership with the Office of Community Responsibility.