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GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY IN QATAR

EDUCATION CITY (DOHA), QATAR   

This Regional Institute is aimed at connecting secondary school counselors within the Middle East & North Africa Region with university admission advising tools and networks of universities around the world. It is also intended for universities around the world who want to build connections and deepen their understanding of students in the Middle Eastern and North African markets.   

Through in-depth and focused conversations and presentations, participants will gain a greater understanding of the educational process, admission requirements, fees and scholarships, and the challenges and opportunities students face when applying to a university outside of the Middle East and North Africa.    

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Middle East & North Africa 2023

Location

Registration

Housing

 Schedule

College Fair

 

WHY ATTEND THE INTERNATIONAL ACAC MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICA REGIONAL INSTITUTE? 

The Regional Institute will allow for two days of concentrated networking, educational sessions, and conversations that are specific to Middle Eastern & North African students.
 

Representatives from universities and high schools, including admissions officers, principals, counselors, and teachers are encouraged to attend. All levels of experience are welcome. International ACAC membership is required.

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Institute Location

Georgetown University in Qatar
Education City (Doha) - Qatar
Approximately 30 minutes from Doha International Airport
 

Georgetown University in Qatar (GU-Q) is dedicated to fulfilling Georgetown University’s mission of promoting intellectual, ethical, and spiritual understanding through serious and sustained discourse among people of different faiths, cultures, and beliefs. Embodying this spirit of the University, Georgetown’s Qatar campus undertakes education, research, and service in order to advance knowledge and provide students and the community with a holistic educational experience that produces global citizens committed to the service of humankind. They demonstrate the values of Georgetown University; seek to build upon the world-class reputation of the Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service; and work with their partner, Qatar Foundation, in its endeavors to achieve the Qatar National Vision 2030 and help develop Qatar’s knowledge economy.

Their vision is to be recognized as the leading academic institution for international affairs in the Middle East by demonstrating unfailing excellence in teaching, research, and community outreach. 

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Registration 

Registration will open in early May.

Housing Options

Room blocks will be been negotiated at nearby internationally recognized hotels. 


Schedule

Tentative working schedule

Friday, October 6th

  • Opening Session
  • Dinner, Cultural Performance and Activities, and Networking 

Saturday, October 7th

  • Welcome
  • Concurrent Sessions 1 & 2
  • Networking Lunch
  • Concurrent Sessions 3 & 4
  • Counselor Fair
  • Concurrent Session 5 & 6
  • Dinner and Networking
Sunday, October 8th 
  • Concurrent Session 7 & 8
  • Closing Lunch
  • Optional International ACAC College/University Fair
    • The registration fee for the Fair is expected to be approximately $150 USD per institution. (Separate Fair Registration will be Required. Cost subject to change.)
    • Open and advertised to students and local schools in the region. 

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