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Northwestern University in Qatar

Northwestern University in Qatar (NU-Q), also known as Northwestern Qatar, is a campus of Northwestern University in Education City, Doha, Qatar, founded in partnership with the Qatar Foundation in 2008. Northwestern University's Qatar campus offers liberal arts and media education, with bachelor's degrees in communication, journalism, and strategic communication.

Qatar, Doha
Northwestern University in Qatar is located near the Qatar Faculty of Islamic Studies and Georgetown University
Acceptance rate - 39%
Number of students - 300 Number of students - 300
International students - 38.5% International students - 38.5%
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Quick Facts

Northwestern University in Qatar is located near the Qatar Faculty of Islamic Studies and Georgetown University Northwestern University in Qatar is located near the Qatar Faculty of Islamic Studies and Georgetown University
Acceptance rate - 39% Acceptance rate - 39%
Number of students - 300 Number of students - 300
International students - 38.5% International students - 38.5%

About University

After receiving an offer from the Qatar Foundation for Education, Science, and Community Development in 2006, Northwestern agreed to open a campus in Education City the following year. In August 2008, NU-Q’s first class of 2012 was born. Additional classes have been added each year, and the university has developed strong ties to local organizations, partnering with media groups and engaging with a number of regional initiatives to create additional educational and professional opportunities for its students.

Northwestern University in Qatar students and faculty have heard from a number of distinguished journalists, scholars, and media professionals, including Fareed Zakaria of CNN's "Fareed Zakaria GPS"; journalist Evan Osnos of The New Yorker; television journalist Tim Sebastian; Iranian-American journalist Roxana Saberi; Carlos Van Meek, former head of Al Jazeera English; Arthur Sulzberger, publisher of the New York Times; Jeff Cole, head of the World Internet Project; Rami Khoury, editor of the Beirut Daily Star; and Sofia Al Maria, author and filmmaker.

The university graduated its first class in the spring of 2012.

Academic Programs

Taught in English

Undergraduate Programs

0+ programs

Specific directions for this program have not been defined yet.

Intakes & Deadlines

Available intake periods for application

Closed

Fall 2025

Fall 2025

Deadline: 15 Feb, 2025
Closed
Closed

Fall 2026

Fall 2026

Deadline: 15 Feb, 2026
Closed

Admission Requirements

Bachelor's Degree

Basic Requirements

Recommendation Letter Required

English Language Level

IELTS

7

TOEFL iBT

88

How to Enroll

Follow these steps to apply Northwestern University in Qatar

1

Studying and choosing a program

Explore the programs offered by NU-Q and choose one that meets your academic and career goals.

2

View Admission Requirements

Please review the specific admission requirements for your chosen program.

3

Preparation of necessary documents

Gather all the necessary documents: transcripts, letters of recommendation, standardized test scores (SAT or ACT), personal statement and resume.

4

Filling out the online application for admission

You can apply through Early Action, Regular Decision, or Transfer, all of which allow you to compare admissions and financial aid offers from other universities before May 1.

5

Payment of the entrance fee

A non-refundable application fee of $75 must be paid online by credit card upon completion of the application for admission.

6

Announcement of decisions

Early Action candidates are notified by mid-December. Regular Decision candidates are notified by the end of March. Transfer Decision candidates are notified by mid-April.

7

Making a deposit

Confirm your participation in the program by making a deposit for your place before May 1st.

8

Registration

New Student Orientation and fall classes begin in mid-August.

9

Obtaining a visa

The State of Qatar requires international students who study and live in Qatar to obtain a residence visa to enter the country and a residence permit upon arrival. Northwestern will assist with visa and residence permit applications. Admission Requirements for Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar

10

Preparing for departure

Preparing for departure includes booking tickets and accommodation, medical preparation, collecting necessary documents, financial preparation, packing luggage, learning local rules and customs, and familiarizing yourself with transportation.

Cost of Study

Full breakdown of tuition and living costs

Annual tuition fee
$66,934/year
Includes academic materials
Accommodation (per year)
$5,123/year
Transport (per year)
$1,200/year
Nutrition (per year)
$4,800/year
Telecommunications (per year)
$330/year
Scholarships
• QF Student Financial Aid • QF Scholarships

Campus Life

Facilities and student experience

• Saif Tip

World-class facility

• Newsroom

World-class facility

• The main auditorium

World-class facility

• Broadcast control room

World-class facility