Our school is an alternative to the traditional middle and high school experience that prepares students for careers in medicine, science, engineering, and business. It was named in honor of Dr. Michael E. DeBakey, the renowned heart surgeon and medical researcher. We offer a U.S. curriculum including extensive Advanced Placement (AP) courses. The program will serve students in grades 5 – 12. Academy grades 5-8 focus on preparing students for the rigorous high school curriculum in grades 9 – 12. Michael E. DeBakey High School – Qatar is an outstanding school, offering students a rigorous college preparatory Internationally Accredited American curriculum, that includes 5 years of science, mathematics, engineering, business, & technology along with an excellent introductory study of medicine. Students will have the opportunity to have experiences with medical professionals as well as earn credit through on-line “Virtual School” courses, dual credit courses with local universities & college credit through AP exams. Accreditation The school is internationally accredited by WASC https://www.acswasc.org Our Vision Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions at Qatar will be an exceptional multicultural institution challenging every student to develop skills and inspiring outstanding character while empowering teachers and students to lead and transform the global landscape and their local environment for prosperity and good. Our Mission We provide academic excellence and character development that prepares our students to compete, lead, and succeed in a global society through a rigorous American curriculum focused on medical sciences, technology, engineering, and business administration, while nurturing local customs and culture.