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What is AI at CMU?

Artificial intelligence means many things to many people. But at Carnegie Mellon — the place where AI was invented more than half a century ago — we understand that we have an obligation to study and create new frontiers in AI. We don't take that obligation lightly.

CMU AI unites our interdisciplinary artificial intelligence research and education efforts to create an AI strategy for the planet. To pioneer ways to make AI safe. To center humans in autonomous systems. We are the critical mass of brilliant human minds, state-of-the-art research facilities and financial resources necessary to create technologies that will change the world for the better.

CMU AI Program Ranked No. 1

Carnegie Mellon University’s Artificial Intelligence program has been ranked No. 1 in the 2025 U.S. News and World Report Best Colleges(opens in new window) rankings. CMU’s top-ranked AI program is a leader in training the next generation of innovators in cutting-edge technologies that shape the future.

Carnegie Mellon’s Kolter Joins OpenAI Board of Directors, Safety and Security Committee(opens in new window)

OpenAI has announced(opens in new window)(opens in new window) the appointment of Carnegie Mellon University Professor Zico Kolter(opens in new window)(opens in new window) to its board of directors. Kolter, head of CMU’s Machine Learning Department(opens in new window), brings deep expertise in AI safety, robustness and model alignment, which will help guide OpenAI’s mission to ensure the safe development of AI technology. 

Kolter will also join the board’s Safety and Security Committee(opens in new window)(opens in new window). The committee is responsible for making recommendations on critical safety and security decisions for all OpenAI projects.

Our People

CMU AI unites students, faculty and staff from all areas of the university to create the largest, most experienced group of AI researchers in the world.

Our Research

Our students and faculty are shaping the next frontier of AI research and policy, advancing responsible AI-driven solutions to critical societal challenges.

Our Partners

We work arm in arm with partners across society, collaborating with the private sector, government agencies, elected officials, non-profits and other universities.