Arab Youth Doubt Democracy Will Be Delivered
Findings from a region-wide survey reveal the hopes and concerns of university-age adults.
Should Terrorists Be Professors? A Kuwaiti Debate
Some professors working at Kuwait University are listed internationally as terrorists but continue to teach, sparking controversy.
How to Avoid Getting Cheated by Phony Scholarships
Fraudulent universities use fake scholarships as bait to lure unsuspecting students to part with their money. Here’s how to protect yourself.
Qatar’s Private Universities Are the Most Expensive in the Region
An Al-Fanar Media survey of private higher-education costs in 13 Arab countries makes it possible to compare average prices.
Private Universities Thriving as Public Ones Weaken
Arab students looking for contemporary fields of study, coeducation, and an employment-oriented education are increasingly turning to private universities. The downside: cost.
Kuwait’s Stateless Residents Struggle for Education
A government decision has barred many “Bedoon” children from the Gulf country’s classrooms.
Applicants Needed for Education-Journalism Program
Al-Fanar Media is seeking 60 early and mid-career journalists to participate in a program aimed at improving education journalism in the Arab world.
A Second Chance for Many Arab Students
Arab Open University blends online learning and classroom time to reach students who might not attend university otherwise.