Carnegie Mellon Qatar celebrates largest Early Decision cohort in campus history

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Published January 23rd, 2026 - 10:08 GMT

Carnegie Mellon Qatar celebrates largest Early Decision cohort in campus history

Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q), a Qatar Foundation partner university, has announced the admission of 39 students to the Class of 2030 through its Early Decision application round. This admitted group marks the largest Early Decision cohort in the history of the campus.

Speaking at a celebration dinner to welcome the new students, Michael Trick, dean of CMU-Q, addressed the Class of 2030, emphasizing the significance of their achievement and the journey ahead.

"Students, this campus is about to become an integral part of your life over the next four years," said Trick. "You will develop and thrive within these walls; consider this your second home."

The Early Decision admitted class is a diverse group, representing 16 nations and coming from 27 high schools. Of the 39 admitted students, 21 are female, and the cohort includes four international students.

The Early Decision application is an option for students who have identified CMU-Q as their first choice for university. These students will officially begin their undergraduate studies in August.

"A university education is about more than academics: it is a time for you to develop your skills and passions," Dean Trick told the students. "Over the next four years, you are on a path of self-discovery. Try new things, learn new skills, and discover how you can change your world."

Background Information

Carnegie Mellon University Qatar

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 38 countries call Carnegie Mellon Qatar home.