 
 
 Established in 2014, Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Najaf (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). This institution also has a branch campus in Al-Kufa. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Iraq, Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University (ATU) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational Iraqi higher education institution. Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University (ATU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 11-year-old Iraqi higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this Iraqi higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. ATU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
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| Name (Non Latin) | جامعة الفرات الاوسط التقنية | 
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| Name | Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University | 
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| Acronym | ATU | 
| Founded | 2014 | 
| Motto | Tomorrow Starts Today | 
| Colours | Green | 
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| Address | Kufa opposite to Imam Ali Bridge Najaf Najaf Iraq | 
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|   | (771) 674 2333 | 
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| Other locations | Al-Kufa | 
 Institutional Recognition or Accreditation
 Institutional Recognition or AccreditationAl-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Iraq
Year of first Recognition or Accreditation
2014
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The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University's academic range and degree level offering.
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This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University.
| Undergraduate | Postgraduate | |
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| Local students | over 20,000 US$ (18,225 Euro) | 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) | 
| International students | 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) | 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) | 
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 Gender Admission
 Gender Admission جامعة الفرات الاوسط التقنية is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.
 Admission Selection
 Admission Selection جامعة الفرات الاوسط التقنية has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.
 Admission Rate
 Admission Rate جامعة الفرات الاوسط التقنية's acceptance rate ranges from 90 to 99%, making it a least selective higher education institution.
 Minority Serving
 Minority Serving This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.
 Admission Requirements
 Admission Requirements Not reported
 International Students
 International Students Yes
     
Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University international students information:
 Admission Office
 Admission Office Tip: search for Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University's admission policy with the uniRank Search Engine
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 Student Enrollment
 Student Enrollment جامعة الفرات الاوسط التقنية has a student enrollment ranging from 20,000 to 24,999, making it a large-sized institution.
 Academic Staff
 Academic Staff جامعة الفرات الاوسط التقنية's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.
 Control Type
 Control Type جامعة الفرات الاوسط التقنية is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.
 Entity Type
 Entity Type جامعة الفرات الاوسط التقنية is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.
 Campus Setting
 Campus Setting جامعة الفرات الاوسط التقنية's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.
 Academic Calendar
 Academic Calendar جامعة الفرات الاوسط التقنية adopts a continuous academic calendar, an educational scheduling system where the academic year is organized without long breaks or traditional summer vacations.
 Disabled Students %
 Disabled Students % Not reported
 Religious Affiliation
 Religious Affiliation None.
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 University Library
 University Library 
 University Housing
 University Housing Yes
      
 Sport Facilities/Activities
 Sport Facilities/Activities Yes
      
Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University offers a variety of sports facilities and organizes different sport activities for staff, students, and the local community through the Students Activity Unit at each site of the university.
Types of sport facilities available at the University include stadiums, football grounds, basketball courts, gyms, pools, tennis courts, and more.
 Institutional Hospital
 Institutional Hospital Not reported
 Financial Aid
 Financial Aid Yes
      
Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University offers various financial aids for both local and international students to support their education.
For more information, visit https://atu.edu.iq/
 Study Abroad
 Study Abroad Yes
      
  Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University offers study abroad opportunities across approximately 30 countries, facilitating education and research exchange programs focused on scientific research, conferences, workshops, and training for academic staff and students.
  
  More information can be found at: https://atu.edu.iq/?p=11053
 Distance Learning
 Distance Learning Yes
     
Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University offers distance learning options. During the Covid-19 epidemic, the university provided online learning through various e-learning platforms, including Google Classroom, Zoom, Free Conference Call, Google Meet, Moodle, etc. This allowed all students at that time to pursue a degree in their specializations.
Presently, the university exclusively conducts online courses and workshops for training purposes.
For further details, individuals can visit the university's e-learning platform at the following URL: https://elearning.atu.edu.iq/
 Academic Counseling
 Academic Counseling Yes
 Career Services
 Career Services Yes
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