Programs for High School Students
Get a head start on your college experience.
Georgetown University in Qatar (GU-Q) offers engaging experiences for high school students that foster academic and personal growth and prepare you for university-level success.
From one-day workshops to weekend conferences to three-week summer coursework, there’s something for you at GU-Q.
Student Voices
Hanah Shokeir, year 12 student at Doha College
“The class offerings are really diverse. The subjects are applied to the real world, so we study game theory in math, for example, and economics, which is not offered in many High Schools here. Also, I really learned to research here, from writing a thesis to finding information, we’ve gotten a lot of personal attention and care.”
Georgetown Pre‑College Summer Program
GU-Q offers this program for local students in Qatar who want to stand out on their applications and be prepared to jump into college life. The Georgetown Pre-College Summer (GPS) Program features three weeks of coeducational, English-language classes. Students will develop and apply academic and personal skills that help make them outstanding candidates for top-tier universities.
Programs During the School Year
University Preparedness Program (Online)
Learn the skills needed for success in college through our free online workshops designed for high school students in grades 9-12.
Offered: September – November
Georgetown Global Challengers
This in-person practicum with online modules offers grade 10 and 11 students the opportunity to delve deeper into the world of social entrepreneurship.
Offered: October – November
Model United Nations
Debate current global issues and gain insight into the world of international politics and policy-making at the oldest MUN in Qatar. Also, join us in the Fall for our practice MUN.
Offered:
Fall – Nov 21 & 22, 2025
Spring – Apr 16-18, 2026