Study Where the World Comes Together
Why Georgetown University in Qatar
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Choosing a university is also choosing the people you’ll grow alongside. At GU-Q, students from more than 80 nationalities across six continents learn from one another and build a worldwide network of friends, gaining a real edge in understanding the cultures and traditions that drive international affairs.
A foundation you can trust
Rooted in History, Built for Where You’re Going
When you join GU-Q, you step into a legacy that began with the founding of Georgetown University in 1789. For more than 20 years, we have brought the elite education of Georgetown’s Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service, the oldest and largest school of international affairs in the United States — to Doha. Your Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service carries that reputation worldwide, distinguished by something no other campus can offer: the experience of living and learning at the gateway to three continents and a true crossroads of cultures.
A tradition of academic excellence
An Education That Adapts to Your Ambitions
The BSFS degree combines a highly customizable undergraduate education with opportunities for service and development, both in Qatar and abroad. Join a diverse cohort as it embarks on a core liberal arts curriculum before choosing one of five majors that allow you to explore your interests and work closely with our world-class faculty in small, discussion-driven classes.
Model Excellence Through Experience
Turn What You Learn Into What You Do
Ideas matter most when you put them to work. Our experiential learning model takes you beyond the classroom. At GU-Q you will be encouraged to study abroad, empowered to lead community service projects, or sharpen your diplomacy skills in real settings. Whatever draws you, you’ll apply the theories from your courses to the genuine challenges facing the most vulnerable communities and leave your mark.
A Campus Unlike Any Other
A Place That Feels Like Home From Day One
Georgetown’s campus in Qatar reflects the rich heritage of the Gulf and it’s built for the way you’ll actually live and study. As part of the Education City community, you’ll settle into comfortable residence halls with access to a state-of-the-art student center, a national library, a mosque, an equestrian center, a golf club, recreation facilities, and open parks.
Belonging here extends beyond our walls. With world-leading universities just steps from your door, you can take courses and join activities alongside students from across Education City, widening your community and your sense of what’s possible.
Focused on Your Success
Where Belonging Becomes a Lifelong Advantage
The community you build here doesn’t end at graduation, it becomes the foundation of your career. GU-Q alumni are well represented at elite graduate programs and across government, nonprofits, and the corporate world. Our top-ranked BSFS program is matched by a dedicated career services office, ready to support you with coaching, workshops, and the networking connections that open doors long after you’ve left campus.
Your Community is Waiting at GU-Q
Take the first step toward a global education in the heart of Doha. Introduce yourself to us by joining our mailing list, and we’ll help you find your place at GU-Q.