WCMC-Q is located in Doha, Qatar and was established in 2001 through a partnership between Cornell University and Qatar Foundation. It offers a six-year program leading to an M.D. degree from Cornell. The mission is to provide excellent medical education, conduct cutting-edge research, improve healthcare, and serve the local community. Admission requires a high school diploma showing academic excellence, standardized test scores, letters of recommendation, a personal statement, and an interview. Financial assistance is available through merit-based scholarships and need-based programs.