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Carnegie Mellon University
challenges the curious and passionate to imagine and deliver work that matters.
Why study at Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar?
Top-ranked university programs
4 undergraduate programs in growing fields
Earn a CMU degree, conferred from the Pittsburgh campus
Small classes, individualized attention
Qatar is one of the safest countries in the world
Cross register at other world-class institutions
Join a network of 130,000+ alumni
Our rankings
#1
Management Information Systems
U.S. News and World Report
#2
Undergraduate Computer Science
U.S. News and World Report
#2
Undergraduate Research/Creative Projects
U.S. News and World Report
#7
Undergraduate Business
U.S. News and World Report
#24
University in the World
Times Higher Education World University Ranking
Four undergraduate degrees
Biological Sciences
Biological sciences students at CMU-Q do more than study science: they learn to follow their curiosity, explore hypotheses, and contribute in a meaningful way as young scientists and researchers.
Students receive rigorous training in biology while building a strong foundation in all of the natural sciences.
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Business Administration
Business administration students at CMU-Q learn quantitative decision-making, our pioneering approach to undergraduate business education.
Students learn the fundamentals through a central core of courses in the areas of business, economics, mathematics, and computing.
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Computer Science
Computer science students at CMU-Q learn both the theoretical foundations and the practical knowledge to push the frontiers of the field and make a real-world impact.
Students learn the fundamentals of computer science, including mathematical reasoning, algorithmic thinking and programming.
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Information Systems
Information systems students learn to design, deliver, and use information and communication technologies to solve problems for companies, governments, and society.
Students build a solid foundation in computing, communications, and software development, while also studying social sciences and organizational theory to develop critical thinking and understand the human impacts of technological change.
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Your degree,
your way.
A Carnegie Mellon degree
In the heart of the Middle East
Qatar Foundation’s Education City campus is a special place to learn. It’s home to branch campuses of some of the world’s leading educational institutes, a homegrown research university, startup incubators, technology parks, heritage sites, cultural institutions, and so much more.
What our alumni are sayingRead what alumni have to say about their CMU-Q experience.
Mohammed Al-Qassabi
Class of 2022
“The CMU-Q student experience is unique. Throughout your time as a student, you are encouraged to take what you learn and apply it into real life projects.”
Sabih Bin Wasi
Class of 2015
“As CMU-Q grads, we have an advantage. Our education hasn’t been about specific content, but how to learn, think and problem-solve.”
Hanna Moazam
Class of 2020
“Graduating from Computer Science at CMU-Q definitely helped me stand out. The rigor of CMU-Q set me up to succeed in my career, because we become so used to being challenged and solving problems as students.”
Fatima Amir
Class of 2016
“CMU-Q has such a big emphasis on molecular biology, that really gave me an advantage when I was in grad school. Even now as a practicing genetic counselor, it’s those concepts from undergrad that help me think critically.”
Maryem Al-Naemi
Class of 2018
“As a student, I was constantly encouraged to seek knowledge from various disciplines beyond my own. The skills I gained at university helped me become more innovative and technology-focused.”
Reem Al-Haddad
Class of 2021
“CMU-Q taught me the true meaning of belonging, nurtured me, and prepared me for the real world.”
We are Tartans!
Carnegie Mellon students and graduates are called Tartans. A tartan plaid is a traditional Scottish fabric of woven red, blue, green and yellow threads. At CMU, Tartans are both diverse and connected as a community, just like the fabric we are named after.
Your life as a CMU-Q student is about exploring new interests, making new friends, and figuring out where your career path will lead.
Investing in
Your future
Tuition on the Qatar campus is the same as the Pittsburgh campus in the United States. Five types of financial aid are available, depending on the student’s nationality, financial need and academic merit:
- Qatar Foundation need-based grant program for students of all nationalities
- Qatar Foundation Merit Scholarship program
- Need-based financial aid for U.S. citizens
- Academic merit scholarships
- Qatari and GCC citizens
Important dates for Enrollment
All standardized testing should be taken before the application deadline.
November 1, 2024
Early decision deadline
Apply today
January 15, 2025
Regular decision deadline
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What are my
next steps?
We evaluate applications holistically, which means we do not determine if a student is admitted based on a single grade or test score. Instead, we undergo a complete review of all secondary school grades, standardized test results, recommendation letters, the personal essay and the interview before we make a final admission decision.
To learn more visit our How to Apply page.
Ready to apply?
Applications are submitted using the Common App. The deadline for Fall 2025 applications is January 15, 2025.
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