This study aims to explore the relationship between school dropout and future anxiety among preparatory school students in the State of Qatar. School dropout is considered one of the most pressing issues facing educational systems in many countries, including Qatar, as it can have detrimental effects on students' future lives. Future anxiety is also a psychological concern that affects many adolescents at this developmental stage, potentially leading to poor educational decisions, including dropping out of school. A quantitative research approach was adopted in this study, utilizing a questionnaire distributed to a sample of preparatory school students in Qatari schools. Both school dropout and future anxiety were measured using reliable scales. The results revealed a statistically significant relationship between school dropout and elevated levels of future anxiety among students. Moreover, differences in anxiety and dropout levels were observed based on certain demographic variables, such as gender and socioeconomic status. This study contributes to a better understanding of the relationship between school dropout and future anxiety and offers recommendations for stakeholders in the Qatari educational system regarding the importance of adopting strategies that support students in coping with future anxiety, thereby reducing dropout rates.
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