Follow these steps to become a CMU Qatar student
Admission
How to Apply
Applications for Fall 2026 admission will open on September 1, 2025. Applicants who are in their final year of secondary school and planning to start university in the fall semester must apply and submit all required materials by the January 15 application deadline.
Learn moreTuition and Financial Aid
The cost of a Carnegie Mellon education includes tuition, fees, the cost of books and supplies, as well as living expenses.
There are many ways to offset the cost of your education at CMU-Q, including needs-based financial aid, scholarships and sponsorships.
Learn moreCarnegie Mellon by the numbers
Rankings
Carnegie Mellon is ranked one of the top universities in the world.
#1
Management Information Systems
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#2
Undergraduate Computer Science Programs
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#6
Undergraduate Business
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#2
Undergraduate Research/Creative Projects
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Are you ready for CMU-Q?
Events and workshops for secondary students
For high school students who would like a glimpse into college life, CMU-Q holds workshops in all of the different program areas. Each workshop is designed to answer questions about studying at CMU-Q.
Academic preparation for secondary students
Students come to Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar from all over the world. Here are general guidelines for how best to prepare for undergraduate admission.
What will your day at CMU-Q look like?
Take a look at a day in the life of a student at Carnegie Mellon Qatar.