For more than a century, Carnegie Mellon University has challenged the curious and passionate to imagine and deliver work that matters. A private, top-ranked and global university, Carnegie Mellon sets its own course with programs that inspire creativity and collaboration.

In 2004, Carnegie Mellon and Qatar Foundation began a partnership to deliver select programs that will contribute to the long-term development of Qatar. Today, Carnegie Mellon Qatar offers undergraduate programs in biological sciences, business administration, computational biology, computer science, and information systems. Nearly 400 students from 35 countries call Carnegie Mellon Qatar home.

Graduates from CMU-Q are highly sought-after. Most choose careers in top organizations in Qatar and around the world, and many have pursued graduate studies. With ten graduating classes, the total number of alumni is nearly 700.

Vision
Carnegie Mellon University will have a transformative impact on society through continual innovation in education, research, creativity, and entrepreneurship.

Mission

• To create a transformative educational experience for students focused on deep disciplinary knowledge, problem solving, leadership, communication and interpersonal skills and personal health and well-being.
• To cultivate a transformative university community committed to (a) attracting and retaining diverse, world-class talent; (b) creating a collaborative environment open to the free exchange of ideas, where research, creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship can flourish; and (c) ensuring individuals can achieve their full potential.
• To impact society in a transformative way—regionally, nationally, and globally—by engaging with partners outside the traditional borders of the university campus.

Values

• Dedication: reflected in their distinctive work ethic and in their commitment to excellence.
• Impact: reflected in their commitment to address critical issues facing society regionally, nationally, and globally.
• Collaboration: reflected in their interdisciplinary approach, their focus on internal and external partnerships, and their capacity to create new fields of inquiry.
• Creativity: reflected in their openness to new ideas and forms of expression, intellectual curiosity, willingness to take risks, and entrepreneurial spirit.
• Empathy and Compassion: reflected in their focus on improving the human condition and on the personal development of the members of their community.
• Inclusion: reflected in a culture and climate that seeks, welcomes, and advances talented minds from diverse backgrounds.
• Integrity: reflected in their adherence to the highest ethical standards in personal and professional behavior, and in their commitment to transparency and accountability in governance and everything they do
• Sustainability: reflected in their shared commitment to lead by example in preserving and protecting their natural resources, and in their approach to responsible financial planning.