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Summer Exchange-Doha to Pittsburgh

Summer Dates 2012

  • Session I: May 21-June 29
  • Session II: July 2-August 10
  • On Campus Housing Move-In: To be determined
  • Mandatory International Student Orientation
    • May 18, 2012
  • Recommended date to be in Pittsburgh for Session I: No later than May 17, 2012
  • Recommended date to be in Pittsburgh for Session II: No later than June 28, 2012

Application Procedure

  • Attend an information session and/or visit the Office of International Education.
  • Meet with your academic advisor(s) regarding your course plan--make sure their approve of your participation in campus exchange.
  • Get approval for courses from the Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs after a course list is available.
  • Submit all application materials on or before the deadline(s).

Application Deadlines

All applications and documents should be submitted to the Office of International Education (OIE) Qatar, unless otherwise indicated.  

NOTE:  There is financial assistance available for students who wish to study in Pittsburgh during the summer terms.  

Stage One:

  • OIE-Qatar Application Form,copies of passport and residency permit will be uploaded:
    • Deadline:  Thursday, February 9, 2012

  • Take the time to work on your essay!  The prompt questions are:

    • Why are you interested in participating in the campus exchange program?

    • What do you hope to gain or achieve from this experience?

    • What will you contribute?
  • Remember that your essays are the sole criteria which the committee reviews for financial assistance.  Make every word count.

Stage Two:

Note: If you are a U.S. citizen or green card holder, you do not need to submit these documents.  

Deadline: Thursday, February 23, 2012

  • Information Form
  • Affidavit  
  • Supporting Financial Documents
    • Depending on each student's individual situation, these documents could include, but are not limited to: original bank statements, letters of sponsorship from government offices or businesses, and/or copies of financial aid packages.
  • Copy of TOEFL scores
    • You can obtain a copy from Enrollment Services. You may email requests to enrollment[at]qatar.cmu.edu or make the request in person at the Admissions suite. Please allow at least 2 business days for processing. 
  • Copy of ID page of passport [OIE will attach copy submitted in application]

Stage Three:

These applications and forms have separate instructions for submission and deadlines.  Please read below for the specific directions.

  • Health History
    • You should obtain a copy of your health history and immunization records from the Office of Health & Wellness.  Send requests via email to ymalek[at]qatar.cmu.edu, and please allow at least 2 business days for processing.
    • You will need this information to complete CMU-Pittsburgh's health history forms online.  This information must be submitted by the first day of your summer session.

  • Housing Application 

    • We recommend that you strongly consider completing this application for CMU-affiliated housing, just in case your other plans fall through.  You can always cancel your contract if you don't need it.

    • Take a look at CMU housing options online.  Most CMUQ students studying in Pittsburgh for the summer choose the Oakland option, and are usually assigned to Fairfax.

    • This form can be submitted via email by sending the application to plaid[at]andrew.cmu.edu.
    • Historically, on campus housing for summer sessions has been available for students to move in starting the second day of Session I. However, OIE-Qatar will work with the housing department to try to arrange earlier move in dates.  Please do plan to stay in a hotel for a few days upon your arrival, just in case.
  • Medical Insurance 
    • Download the summer insurance application here. 
      • Health insurance is mandatory for enrollment at CMU-Pittsburgh, just as it is for enrollment at CMUQ.  However, the insurance you use to meet CMUQ's requirements is not approved by CMU-Pittsburgh.  Therefore you will need to show proof of insurance that meets their requirements or--most likely--purchase the university recommended insurance.  
      • Most students choose the Standard Individual Plan.  If you are receiving financial assistance from OIE to cover your insurance costs, this is the plan you must choose.
      • You can submit this form via inter-office mail or in-person at the University Health Services Clinic when you arrive in Pittsburgh. 
         

    • If your financial sponsor (employer/government) provides you with insurance while abroad, please visit the Insurance Waiver page. You will need to check with your sponsor and/or the insurance provider to make sure that your policy meets all the requirements listed on this page, in order to NOT purchase the CMU insurance policy.  Follow all directions on this page carefully.
    • These documents should be delivered in person to Health Services upon arrival in Pittsburgh..

Stage Four:

Once you have received your I-20 document from the Office of International, you need to apply for your student exchange visa.  This involves several steps, which is outlined on the U.S. Embassy of Doha website.  An overview of the steps is offered below, but you must follow the directions stated on the U. S. Embassy website.

  • Pay the SEVIS fee online.
  • Complete the visa application online.
  • Pay the visa application fee at a Commercial Bank location.
  • Go to U.S. Embassy for visa interview.  

Once your student exchange visa has been placed in your passport, please provide a scanned color copy to the Office of International Education-Qatar.