Dr. Matteo Pozzi

Professor

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Biography

Matteo Pozzi is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University. His research focuses on risk analysis of civil infrastructure systems, utilizing engineering models and sensor data. Specifically, his work emphasizes probabilistic models related to seismic vulnerability, deterioration of structures, and the optimal planning of mitigation strategies for extreme events. He obtained his Ph.D. in Structural Engineering from the University of Trento, Italy, and previously served as a post-doctoral researcher at UC Berkeley. Pozzi is involved in multiple initiatives aimed at improving engineering practices and infrastructure safety through innovative research.

Research Interests

Requirements for Carnegie Mellon University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
Verbal
Required:158
Quantitative
Required:149
Analytical Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:4
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Research experience/publications
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • GRE scores (optional but reported in profile)
  • English Proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo)
Specialization Notes

Admission is extremely competitive with no strict GPA cut-offs; holistic review is used.