Special Reports

Qatar Spent $1.1 Billion on U.S. Universities in One Year—Beating China, UK, and Everyone Else

Qatar gave U.S. universities $1.1 billion in 2025—more than China, UK, or any other country. The tiny Gulf state with 3 million people outspent everyone funding American higher education. Carnegie Mellon received nearly $1 billion, most from Qatar-funded campus in Doha. What is Qatar buying with all that money?

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