Admissions brochure YOUR FUTURE

Admissions brochure YOUR FUTURE

Contents Hamad bin Khalifa University 1 Virginia Commonwealth University in Qatar 6 Weill Cornell Medical College in Qatar 10 Texas A&M University at Qatar 14 Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar 18 Georgetown University School of Foreign Service in Qatar 22 Northwestern University in Qatar 26 University Contacts 30

Hamad bin Khalifa University Hamad bin Khalifa University (HBKU), a member of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science, and Community Development (QF), has been established to continue fulfilling QF s vision of unlocking human potential. HBKU is an emerging research university building its foundation upon innovative and unique collaborations with local and international partners. Located within Education City on the western edge of Doha, the capital city of Qatar, HBKU seeks to provide unparalleled opportunities where inquiry and discovery are integral to teaching and learning at all levels, combining the riches of Arab culture with international perspectives. It will deliver an array of research education Masters and Doctoral programs through its interdisciplinary graduate colleges. HBKU will also offer graduate research degree programs in affiliation with its partners which include branch campuses of some of the world s leading universities: Virginia Commonwealth University, Weill Cornell Medical College, Texas A&M University, Carnegie Mellon University, Georgetown University, Northwestern University, HEC Paris, and University College London. It will build upon the strengths and synergies of its partners, and proactively reach out to and welcome new partners worldwide to collaborate in research and teaching. HBKU is committed to its part in achieving Qatar National Vision 2030 by building and cultivating human capacity through an enriching academic experience that extends beyond the classroom. Students will be given a unique platform to enrich their education by integrating their curriculum with society through interdisciplinary research. Through applying creativity to knowledge, students will have the opportunity to discover innovations that will positively impact and contribute to the development of their communities, Qatar, and the world. Hamad bin Khalifa University its students, faculty, staff, partners, and leadership all share a common belief in the power of higher education to make a positive difference in the global community. There is a shared belief that no limits exist to what students can accomplish. By providing students with the best higher education opportunities possible, graduates will be better prepared to walk through the Door to the Future, shaping a better future for themselves and the world.

Universities

Virginia Commonwealth University in Qatar (VCUQatar) It makes me happy to look at my son, Saqer, and see him gaze at me with pride not just as his mother, but as his role model. I look back at the time that I spent at VCUQatar; each year is a chapter that holds its own beautiful story, designing us into independent, strong, and creative people, able to take on the challenges of life. Being a VCUQatar student makes you part of a larger family, bonding us forever and opening a lot of doors to our bright future. Mona Al Ansari Class of 2012 About: VCUQatar is the Qatar campus of the prestigious Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts in Richmond, Virginia. Established in 1998, VCUQatar offers students the opportunity to earn a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in fashion design, graphic design, interior design and painting & printmaking; a Bachelor of Arts degree in art history, and a Master of Fine Arts degree in design studies. The first campus established in Education City, VCUQatar is fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art & Design, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and the Council for Interior Design Accreditation. VCUQatar strives to provide an engaged, learner-centered environment that fosters inquiry, discovery and innovation in a global setting. The University hosts the biennial international design conference, Tasmeem Doha, and the biennial Hamad bin Khalifa Islamic Art Symposium, attracting globally recognized designers, academics and thinkers while fostering sustainable, university community partnerships that enhance the educational, economic and cultural vitality of Qatar. Through its programs, the university develops individual capacity to lead innovations in the creative and cultural professions in Qatar and the region. Throughout the year, VCUQatar organizes and hosts exhibitions, lecture series, conferences and an annual fashion show. VCUQatar graduates are pursuing successful careers within the government, nonprofit and private industries in Qatar and around the world. Many graduates have gone on to establish their own businesses, thereby contributing to the development of the small and medium enterprise culture in Qatar. The university has substantial involvement with the emerging design industries in Qatar and is a significant catalyst for that growth. It has established itself as a center of excellence for education and research in art and design.

Virginia Commonwealth University in Qatar (VCUQatar) Degrees: Bachelor of Fine Arts Fashion Design Graphic Design Interior Design Painting & Printmaking Bachelor of Arts Art History Master of Fine Arts Design Studies Admission Requirements for the BFA Programs: Online Application Portfolio Official high school transcripts in English One or more recommendation letters Official TOEFL or IELTS exam scores A personal statement In-person interviews may be requested SAT or ACT recommended Application Deadline: February 1 final application deadline March 1 deadline to submit supporting documents High School Outreach/ Enrichment Programs Offered: Virginia Commonwealth University in Qatar offers non-credit community classes as part of our mission to provide educational experiences in art and design and cultural opportunities to the various communities of Qatar VCUQatar Admissions Contact Information: Tel: (+974) 4402 0530 Mail: P.O Box 8095 Education City Doha, Qatar Email: admissions@qatar.vcu.edu Website: www.qatar.vcu.edu Admission Requirements for the BA Programs: Online application Official high school transcripts in English One or more recommendation letters Official TOEFL or IELTS exam scores A personal statement In-person interviews may be requested Essay Official SAT or ACT scores

Weill Cornell Medical College in Qatar (WCMC-Q) At WCMC-Q there are tremendous opportunities for students such as myself, seeking to excel and prove themselves. If I wasn t at WCMC-Q I know I wouldn t be able to achieve my dream of becoming a surgeon, something I have been aiming at for the last 12 years. Jowhara Al-Qahtani, Class 2013 Resident - General Sugery: New York Presbyterian Hospital About: WCMC-Q is a branch campus of Weill Cornell Medical College in New York (WCMC-NY), a member of the Ivy League, an elite and prestigious group of universities renowned for their academic excellence, and is the only medical school in Qatar. It is also the only American university to offer an MD degree outside of the United States. The College established academic operations in 2002, and offers a unique, six-year American curriculum, which includes pre-medical and medical education, leading to the same M. D. awarded to graduates of WCMC- NY. As of 2014, WCMC-Q has graduated seven classes of physicians who have gone on to continue their graduate medical training in residencies and clinical research at outstanding institutions in the US and Qatar. WCMC-Q has a world-class research team that conducts basic, translational; clinical and public health research, focusing on diseases and disorders that are among the most frequent and challenging for patient care in Qatar. Through the generous support of the Qatar Foundation, and in partnership with Hamad bin Khalifa University (HBKU), WCMC-Q is emerging as a significant contributor to the renaissance of education, research and state-of-the-art patient care in Qatar and the Middle East region. In partnership with WCMC-NY, Hamad Medical Corporation, Sidra Medical and Research Center, QSTP, Supreme Council of Health and other local institutions, WCMC-Q aims to significantly accelerate the pace of discovery; developing new preventive and therapeutic approaches and contributing to health care in Qatar to ensure WCMC-Q continues to achieve the following goals: Enhancing skilled biomedical workforce development in Qatar Establishing preeminent centers of excellence in education, research and clinical training Producing discoveries, publications and patents Becoming the premier medical institute in the region

Weill Cornell Medical College in Qatar (WCMC-Q) Educational Programs: The Pre-medical Program (Two years) The Pre-medical Program is a two-year, non-degree course of study, designed to prepare students to meet the educational requirements of the four-year, degree-awarding Medical Program. WCMC-Q offers the opportunity for a selected number of students to go through a one-year Foundation Program, designed as a pathway to entering the Pre-medical Program. This allows students to study the relevant subjects while they develop the study skills, habits, critical thinking, and knowledge application needed to successfully complete the Pre-medical Program. All Foundation students must complete a Pre-medical Program application. The Medical Program (Four years) In the first two years, the curriculum is composed of five consecutive full time and integrated basic science courses and patient-doctor courses: Medicine, Patients and Society I and II. The clinical curriculum consists of an introduction to clinical clerkships, followed by the traditional third-year clerkship rotations in the principal clinical disciplines, and fourth year selective and elective courses. The four-year Medical Program leads to a Doctor of Medicine degree from Cornell University. High School Recruitment/Outreach Programs: Medicine Unlimited Event Adopt a School Program Healing Hands Essay Competition HS Research Program and Scholarships HS Winter Workshops (English, Science, Math) Summer Enrichment Programs Winter Enrichment Programs Pre-medical Admission Requirements: Complete application and personal statement (submitted online) Two or more letters of reference, one of which must be from the student s science or math teacher and the second from the student s counselor or principal Official transcripts of course grades from all secondary and post secondary programs of study Officially certified copies of any diplomas and degrees earned Official results of standardized external examinations such as the SAT or ACT exams (SAT Reasoning Test or ACT with Writing. SAT Subject Tests are recommended in Mathematics Level II and two relevant sciences.) Official results of an approved English proficiency examination: either the TOEFL or IELTS Photocopy of student s valid passport One passport-size photograph

Submission of the Pre-medical application must be prior to February 1. All Supporting documents must be received by March 1 to be considered for the academic year beginning in August. * Please check the most updated admissions requirements list at http://qatar-weill.cornell.edu/ for a more updated list. Online application is available in early September on WCMC-Q web page: http://qatar-weill.cornell.edu/ Medical Admission Requirements*: Completed application and personal statement (submitted online) One letter of reference from the Pre-Professional Advisory Committee of the student s college or university or at least two letters from professors who can provide detailed evaluation of the student s performance in university science courses Official results of MCAT (mandatory) Official/certified copies of all college and university transcripts Official/certified copies of all diplomas and degrees earned Photocopy of student s valid passport One passport-size photograph WCMC-Q Contact Information: Office of Student Recruitment and Outreach: Tel: (+974) 4492 8521 Fax: (+974) 4492 8555 Email: medunltd@qatar-med.cornell.edu Mail: P.O.Box 24144 Education City Doha, Qatar Office of Admissions: Tel: (+974) 4492 8500 Fax: (+974) 4492 8555 Email: admissions@qatar-med.cornell.edu Mail: P.O.Box 24144 Education City Doha, Qatar A completed application must be received prior to December 15 for entry to the Medical Program the following September for those not completing the WCMC-Q Pre-medical Program. Online application is available in early September on WCMC-Q web page: http://qatar-weill.cornell.edu/

Texas A&M University at Qatar (TAMUQ) We were led to believe from our first day at Texas A&M at Qatar that we are the face of the future. As students, we were not held together by our nationalities, languages or cultures. We were held together by our common goals in life. These goals are bigger than all of us. Even though our campus is small, the willpower of our young minds can bring about tomorrow s much-needed change. I am proud to say that I am an engineer, and better yet, an Aggie engineer Mariam Al-Meer Class of 2012 About: Texas A&M University, recognized as having one of the premier engineering programs in the world, has offered undergraduate degrees in chemical, electrical, mechanical and petroleum engineering at Qatar Foundation s Education City campus since 2003, and graduate courses in chemical engineering since 2011. Almost 500 engineers have graduated from Texas A&M at Qatar in the last seven years. In addition to engineering courses, Texas A&M at Qatar provides classes in science, mathematics, liberal arts and the humanities. All four of the engineering programs offered at Texas A&M at Qatar are accredited by ABET. The University is renowned for excellence in Qatar largely due to its commitment to preparing its engineers to lead the next generation of engineering advancement. Faculty from around the world are attracted to Texas A&M at Qatar, keen to join an outstanding educational experience, and to participate in research activities now valued at over US$135 million. Degrees: Texas A&M at Qatar offers Bachelor Degrees in: Chemical engineering Electrical engineering Mechanical engineering Petroleum engineering

Texas A&M University at Qatar (TAMUQ) Admission Requirements: Completed freshman application form available online at www.qatar.tamu.edu/apply Copy of student s passport (resident permit if applicable) Official high school transcripts Official Foundation Program or Academic Bridge Program transcripts (if applicable) Official college transcripts if applicable Official TOEFL or IELTS scores Official SAT or ACT scores Essay Student s resume/cv Reference forms Non-refundable application fee US$90 or QR330 Application Deadline: 1 March every year for fall semester admission Office of Admissions Contact Information: Tel: (+974) 4423 0043 Fax: (+974) 4423 0062 Mail: P.O. Box 23874, Education City Doha, Qatar Email: admissions@qatar.tamu.edu Website: www.exploretamuq.com www.qatar.tamu.edu High School Outreach/ Enrichment Programs Offered: Texas A&M University at Qatar offers prospective students the chance to learn about the university through different outreach programs as part of the university s mission to educate and develop exemplary engineers and leaders. Please visit the Student Recruitment and Outreach section at www.qatar.tamu.edu for more information.

Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMUQ) There aren t enough words to describe the time I spent as a student at Carnegie Mellon, especially when we had two different homes before our own campus building. Studying here felt like a startup where I had to wear multiple hats. The work yielded far more than I could imagine which is now being put into practice. I d say those years proved to be the most invaluable in my life Yasser Masood Class of 2011 Information Systems Senior Social Media Officer Qatar Airways About: For more than a century, Carnegie Mellon University has inspired innovations that change the world. Consistently top ranked, Carnegie Mellon has more than 12,000 students, 90,000 alumni and 5,000 faculty and staff globally. In 2004, Qatar Foundation invited Carnegie Mellon to join their initiative in Qatar, and today students from 40 different countries currently enroll at the world-class facilities offered by Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar. Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar offers undergraduate programs in biological sciences, business administration, computational biology, computer science and information systems, and is firmly committed to Qatar s National Vision 2030, contributing to the development of people, society, the economy and the environment through education. Degrees: CMU-Qatar offers Bachelor of Science degrees in Biological Sciences Business Administration Computational Biology Computer Science Information Systems Admission Requirements for Completed online application form Official high school transcripts in English (certified copies) Recommendation letters (one from teacher, one from counselor/advisor) Official TOEFL or IELTS exam scores Official SAT or ACT exam scores Interviews are strongly recommended, but not required for all applicants A personal statement Application deadline: March 1, 2015 for fall semester admission

Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMUQ) CMU-Qatar Admission Office Contact Information: Tel: (+974) 4454 8500 Email: ug-admission@qatar.cmu.edu Website: http://qatar.cmu.edu CMU-Qatar Outreach Office Contact Information: Tel: (+974) 4454 8546 Email: outreach@qatar.cmu.edu Website: www.qatar.cmu.edu/programs-forsecondary-students High School Outreach/Enrichment Programs Offered: Summer College Preview Program: A program designed to help secondary school students prepare for admission to university Ibtikar: An information systems innovation competition CS4Qatar: A series of computer science workshops for secondary school students CS4Women: A series of computer science workshops for female secondary school students Botball: An international robotics competition. Biotechnology explorer program: A firsthand lab experience for students interested in Biological Sciences Tajer: An interactive trading and investing simulation for secondary school students interested in Business Summer College Preview Program: A four week program designed to help secondary school students prepare for admission and studies at selective universities. Students in the Summer College Preview Program will take classes in mathematics, English, and SAT or ACT preparation, and they will become familiar with university approaches to teaching and learning. Students will learn how to successfully master a university course schedule and workload, enabling them to accept greater responsibility for their own learning. The daily schedule will also include workshops on how to become a master student by learning to set goals, how to manage time effectively, and how to be a more competitive candidate in the university admission process. Additionally, students will work on a hands-on project in one of the programs of study offered at Carnegie Mellon Qatar.

Georgetown University School of Foreign Service in Qatar (SFS-Q) Georgetown is an institution that nurtures individuals in mind and soul. It challenges students in the academic arena, motivates them to be strong, sponsors them to be creative, and trains them to be one of a team, and not a team of one, Georgetown gave me the opportunity to think and to ask, and use these as a key to overcome the obstacles that have come along the way. Safiullah Taye Class of 2012 About: As a leading academic and research institution, Georgetown University offers students a unique educational experience to prepare them to be the next generation of global citizens ready to make a difference in the world. Established in 1789, Georgetown provides students with a world-class learning experience. The University fosters an environment where students are challenged to engage in the world and become men and women in the service of others. Since 1919, Georgetown University s Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service (SFS) has been educating women and men for leadership roles in the international arena. In August 2005, Georgetown University opened its School of Foreign Service in Qatar (SFS-Qatar), offering an undergraduate program leading to the Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service (BSFS). SFS-Qatar prepares students to meet the challenges of an ever-changing world and assists in strategically positioning Qatar as a leader in innovative education and research. Majors: The School of Foreign Service in Qatar prepares students for a variety of careers in international service by providing a four-year liberal arts degree through a multidisciplinary program of study. Following the completion of the core curriculum, students elect to major in one of the following: Culture and Politics International Economics International History International Politics Students may also complement their major field of study by pursuing specialized certificates in the following areas: American Studies Arab and Regional Studies Media and Politics

Georgetown University School of Foreign Service in Qatar (SFS-Q) Admission Requirements: Apply online at http://qatar.sfs.georgetown.edu/ admissions/apply/ Photocopy of passport data page(s) Personal Statement (Essay one) Essay on a current global issue (Essay two) Overall Assessment (Counselor or other academic advisor) Teacher report/recommendation TOEFL (code: 8750) or IELTS SAT (code: 4563) or ACT (code: 0669) Application fee (waived for applications received by Feb 1) Controlled Writing Exercise Interview (by invitation only) Georgetown welcomes students regardless of country of origin, race, religion, gender, or ethnicity. Application Deadline: March 1 for fall semester admission Contact Information: Georgetown University School of Foreign Service in Qatar Admissions Office: Tel: (+974) 4457 8200 Fax: (+974) 4457 8201 Email: sfsqadmissions@georgetown.edu Website: qatar.sfs.georgetown.edu/admissions High School Outreach/Enrichment Programs Offered: Annual international high school Model United Nations conference qatar.sfs.georgetown.edu/mun Georgetown Pre-college Summer Program: for students in their last two years of high school. Includes coursework in English, Math, SAT test preparation, and the four majors available, qatar.sfs.georgetown.edu/gps Planet Georgetown: For students in years 8-10 Programs available throughout the year.

Northwestern University in Qatar (NU-Q) Northwestern University in Qatar was a clear choice for me because its programs offer the flexibility to learn a wide range of technical and intellectual skills that are needed for a variety of professional careers. After graduation, I joined the Office of the Minister at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, where I work on communication and media projects. In addition to my day job, I co-produced an award-winning documentary entitled Bader, which furthered my interest in filmmaking. In the future, I hope to continue my education in media and law. Sara Alsaadi Class of 2012 Third Secretary, Office of the Minister Ministry of Foreign Affairs The university offers top-ranked degree programs in journalism and communication, supported by a strong liberal arts program, in which students develop the skills needed to launch rewarding professional careers. Northwestern promotes a rigorous, broad curriculum, as this is essential to creativity and effective leadership. That said, NU-Q offers students the opportunity to complete a certificate in Middle East studies; to obtain a minor in Media and Politics in partnership with SFS-Q. As part of the journalism and communication degree programs, NU-Q provides its students with an array of courses in liberal arts and sciences-a hallmark of a Northwestern education. The university has a world-renowned faculty who lead their fields in research and innovation. Additionally, NU-Q offers superior media production facilities and provides unparalleled academic and research resources. About: Nowhere in the world is the hunger so great for well-trained professionals as it is in the Gulf region. And the fast-evolving world of media offers unprecedented opportunity for creative thinkers, entrepreneurs and leaders. In 2008, Northwestern University partnered with Qatar Foundation to launch the university s first international campus- Northwestern University in Qatar (NU-Q).

Northwestern University in Qatar (NU-Q) Degrees: Northwestern University in Qatar prepares its students to become leaders in the media industry. NU-Q offers Bachelor of Science degrees in: Journalism Communication NU-Q Certificate and Minor Certificate in Middle East Studies Minor in Media and Politics (with Georgetown University in Qatar) High School Outreach/Enrichment Programs Offered: Northwestern offers prospective students the chance to learn about the school through day visits, weekend workshops, summer programs and participation in a high school film festival. Please visit the high school student section of NU-Q s website for more information. Admission Requirements: On-Line application through The Common Application Two essays: Common Application and NU-Q Supplemental Two (2) teacher s reports (preferably through the online application) Passport copy (preferably through the online application) Secondary school report Secondary school transcripts Dean s Certificate (transfer students only) Post-secondary transcripts (transfer students only) SAT (code 5714) or ACT (code 1107) scores TOEFL (code 5945) or IELTS scores Extracurricular activity samples Application fee Application Deadline: February 1: Application deadline

University Contacts Hamad bin Khalifa University Telephone: (+974) 4454 0272 Email: outreach@qf.org.qa Website: www.hbku.edu.qa @HBKUOutreach @HBKUOutreach Virginia Commonwealth University in Qatar Office of Admissions: Telephone: (+974) 4402 0530 Mail: P.O. Box 8095 Education City, Doha, Qatar Email: vcuqadmission@vcu.edu Website: www.qatar.vcu.edu Weill Cornell Medical College in Qatar Office of Student Recruitment and Outreach: Telephone: (+974) 4492 8521 Fax: (+974) 4492 8555 Mail: P.O. Box 24144 Education City, Doha, Qatar Email: medunltd@qatar-med.cornell.edu Website: http://qatar-weill.cornell.edu/ Office of Admissions: Telephone: (+974) 4492 8500 Fax: (+974) 4492 8555 Mail: P.O. Box 24811 Education City, Doha, Qatar Email: admissions@qatar-med.cornell.edu Office of Student Affairs: Telephone: (+974) 4492 8509 Fax: (+974) 4492 8555 Mail: P.O. Box 24144 Education City, Doha, Qatar Texas A&M University at Qatar Office of Admissions: Telephone: (+974) 4423 0043 Fax: (+974) 4423 0062 Mail: P.O. Box 23874 Education City, Doha, Qatar Email: admissions@qatar.tamu.edu Website: www.exploretamuq.com www.qatar.tamu.edu Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar Office of Admissions: Telephone: (+974) 4454 8500 Email: ug-admission@qatar.cmu.edu Website: http://qatar.cmu.edu Pre-College Programs and Outreach Office Telephone: (+974) 4454 8546 Email: outreach@qatar.cmu.edu Website: www.qatar.cmu.edu/programs-forsecondary-students Georgetown University School of Foreign Service in Qatar Telephone: (+974) 4457 8100 Fax: (+974) 4457 8241 Mail: P.O. Box 23689 Education City, Doha, Qatar Website: http://qatar.sfs.georgetown.edu Office of Admissions: Telephone: (+974) 4457 8200 Fax: (+974) 4457 8201 Email: sfsqadmissions@georgetown.edu Website: qatar.sfs.georgetown.edu/admissions

Northwestern University in Qatar Office of Admissions: Telephone: (+974) 4454 5100 Mail: P.O. Box 34102 Education City Doha, Qatar Email: admissions@qatar.northwestern.edu Website: www.qatar.northwestern.edu