Activities & Engagement
If it looks like all kinds of fun, that’s because it is.
![CMU students practicing dance moves for the Lunar Gala](/admission/sites/default/files/styles/hero_50_50_fallback/public/2021-07/MC-200229A-lunar-gala016_3000x2000-min.jpg.webp?itok=bEoggBjI)
"I chose CMU because it was the perfect balance between academics and athletics. I am able to train and compete at the national level while being able to focus on rigorous academics."
Student Leadership and Civic Engagement
![CMU Tepper School fo Business students on Mt. Washington overlooking the Pittsburgh city skyline](/admission/sites/default/files/styles/photo_grid_half_fallback/public/2021-07/undergraduate-business-clubs-900x600.jpg.webp?itok=SvKct0dc)
Leadership Development
At Carnegie Mellon, leadership development isn't just a weekend seminar. It's an exploration of self to gain the skills to effectively navigate team dynamics and grow stronger connections to their community.
Stay Active
![CMU intramural soccer players on the field](/admission/sites/default/files/styles/photo_grid_half_fallback/public/2021-07/Intramural%20soccer_900x600-min.jpg.webp?itok=bX3eXkhk)
Intramural Sports
How do you want to play?
Intramural sports are popular on campus, including leagues and one-day events throughout the academic year. You can participate in flag football, soccer, softball, inner-tube water polo, cross country and dodgeball — just to name a few. Whether you’re in it for the fierce competition or just for the friendly camaraderie, you’ll find a team to fit.
![Two CMU figure skaters laying on the ice behind a CMU Figure Skating red banner](/admission/sites/default/files/styles/photo_grid_half_fallback/public/2021-07/Figure%20skating_900x600-min.jpg.webp?itok=RnAlqjLM)
Club Sports
Club sports offer you a chance to continue your interests from high school or to pick up a new one, while competing against other colleges and universities. There are 23 club sports organizations, including figure skating, crew (rowing), cricket, rugby, Ultimate Frisbee, cycling, fencing and martial arts.
Live the Greek Life
Every fraternity and sorority at Carnegie mellon shares a commitment to excellence — as people, for the community, in academics and for the well-being of every member. Yet, like the people who make our community great, no two organizations are the same, and each one is committed to equity and inclusion. See which fits you best.