A Few Words About us

About

Welcome to Work That Matters, an online magazine that showcases how CMU-Q alumni are shaping the world. Each issue we will delve into a different area, to see how CMU-Q graduates are tackling the challenges that face our world.

Our Alumni

CMU-Q alumni are leaders in their fields who put big ideas into action, make important discoveries, and change the world. As engaged citizens, they protect the planet and its people, and they accomplish meaningful change in their communities. Always proud of CMU-Q, they give back by empowering students, assisting faculty members, and nurturing a culture of innovation, fellowship and achievement in our community.

Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar Milestones

2003

Qatar Foundation invites CMU to Education City

2004

Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar opens

2007

CMU-Q adds undergraduate degree program in information systems

2008

CMU-Q first class graduates

2011

CMU-Q adds undergraduate degree program in biological sciences

2021

CMU-Q reached more than 1000 alumni in total

“At CMU, we are asking a fundamental question: How do we prepare the next generation for a future of work that is always changing?”

Our Story in Numbers

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Carnegie Mellon in the heart of the Middle East

In 2004, Carnegie Mellon and Qatar Foundation began a partnership to bring our own unique style of education to Qatar. Our campus brings together the best of both worlds – CMU’s creative, visionary approach and Qatar’s drive for knowledge and advancement.

Today, Carnegie Mellon Qatar offers undergraduate programs in biological sciences, business administration, computer science, and information systems. More than 450 students from 60 countries call Carnegie Mellon Qatar home.