Student Housing Information
Living in a vibrant community of fellow students provides an invaluable complement to a student’s academic career.
The residence halls in Education City are managed by Qatar Foundation Student Housing. If you plan to live in Qatar Foundation housing, please fill out the Student Housing Enrollment Verification Form by July 1 for fall semester or December 1 for spring semester. You must use your CMU-Q email address.
After you submit your Student Housing Enrollment verification Form, CMU-Q will verify your enrollment status and submit your contact information to Qatar Foundation Student Housing.
Qatar Foundation Student Housing will then contact you directly via your CMU-Q email with further instructions on how to set up your housing account, reserve your room and pay your housing deposit.
Once your account is setup, you can manage it on the StarRez Housing Portal system.
More information:
After your housing account is created, all further inquiries about housing fees and policies can be directed to Qatar Foundation Student Housing at studenthousing@qf.org.qa
To learn more about the housing facilities and features, please visit the Student Housing page.
What is provided in my room?
Residence Halls (single rooms)
One/Two bedroom apartments or Studios
- For first-year students only: dental kit, soap, snack, toilet roll, towels, bedding (sheets, comforter, 1 pillow)
- Large TV screen
- Small fridge
- Desk and desk chair
- Cisco room telephone
- Shelves
- Closet space (with safe box)
- En suite bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Trash cans
- In common kitchen:
- Microwave/oven combo
- Toaster
- Electric kettle
- Coffee machine
- Big fridge
- Everything from Residence Halls except small fridge
- Large TV screen in sitting room and bedroom
- Couches
- Tables
- Lamps
- Full kitchen with appliances:
- Stove
- Oven
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator/Freezer unit
- Kitchen counter
- Chairs
- Toaster
- Electric kettle
Recommended Packing list
What should i bring?
What should i buy in qatar?
- Alarm clock
- Backpack
- Electronics, chargers
- Adapters (electrical sockets in Qatar usually supply electricity between 220 to 240 volts AC. THe plugs used in Qatar are D or G. The electrical frequency in Qatar 50 Hz. A wide range of adapters is available at local supermarkets)
- Clothing/shoes
- Consider packing a range of attire: from casual to formal, and clothing that can be layered. No matter the temperature outside, indoor places are often heavily air conditioned.
- Note: please dress modestly in public spaces such as clothing covering shoulders and knees
- Room decor: posters, photos, extra pillows
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Extra contact lenses & glasses
- Spices from your home cuisine
- Laundry bag/basket
- Detergent
- Stationary
- Groceries and toiletries
- Decorations
- Dishes and cutlery
- Hangers
Term dates and rates
Academic Year 2024-2025 Semester Periods*
Housing Fees
Summer 2024: May 10 – Aug 1, 2024
Fall 2024: Aug 9 – Dec 19, 2024
Winter 2024: Dec 20 – Jan 2, 2025
Spring 2025: Jan 3 – May 15, 2025
Summer 2025: May 16 – July 31, 2025
*Fall & Spring are charged on Semester basis. Winter & Summer are charged on weekly basis.
Week starts on Friday 0000hrs and ends on Thursday 2359hrs.
Note: Housing reservations are made on a semester basis. This means you cannot book for the whole year, you can only reserve your spring housing during the fall semester when the application opens up.
Housing Deposit
Students are required to pay an upfront damage deposit of 2000 QAR, regardless of any financial aid or scholarship you may receive, as this is owed by the student. This will be refunded to you at the end of your stay.
Residence Hall Room:
- QAR 10,100 (Semester)
- QAR 646 (Weekly)
Residence Hall Room Double (shared):
- QAR 5050 (Semester)
- QAR 323 (Weekly)
2-Bedroom Apartment:
- QAR 11,920 (Semester)
- QAR 732 (Weekly)
Studio Apartment:
- QAR 13,000 (Semester)
- QAR 800 (Weekly)
Studio Apartment Double (shared):
- QAR 6500 (Semester)
- QAR 400 (Weekly)
1-Bedroom Apartment:
- QAR 13,840 (Semester)
- QAR 850 (Weekly)
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have further questions please contact us!
As a first-year student, can I choose what kind of housing I want to live in?
Where can I do laundry?
Washing machines and dryers are located in each hall and are provided to students at no cost.
Will I need to pay a deposit?
Yes, students are required to pay an upfront damage deposit of 2000 QAR, regardless of any financial aid or scholarship you may receive, as this is owed by the student. This will be refunded to you at the end of your stay.
What Appliances are not allowed in the rooms?
Appliances such as (but not limited to) halogen lights, air conditioners, appliances with exposed heating elements (toaster ovens, grills, hot plates, coffee makers, “George Foreman” Grills), microwaves using more than 900 watts, crock pots, portable heaters, and electric blankets are NOT permitted. We strongly recommend you check with housing staff BEFORE purchasing a specific appliance.