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للجامعة العراقية

Al Iraqia University

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world rank  9390

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University Overview

Established in 1989, Al Iraqia University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Baghdad (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research of Iraq, Al Iraqia University (AU) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational Iraqi higher education institution officially affiliated with the Islamic religion. Al Iraqia University (AU) 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 36-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. AU 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.

University Snapshot

Control

Al Iraqia University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Al Iraqia University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Al Iraqia University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Al Iraqia University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name (Non Latin) للجامعة العراقية
Name
Name (English)
Acronym AU
Founded 1989
Motto Genuineness, knowledge, innovation
Colours White, black, blue and green
Mascot
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University Location

Address Al-Adhamiyah- Haibba Khatoon Street, Near Royal Cemetery
Baghdad
Baghdad
Iraq
Al Iraqia University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Al Iraqia University Phone Number (770) 173 0922
Al Iraqia University Fax Number
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Recognition and Accreditation

Al Iraqia University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Al Iraqia University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Iraq

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1989


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Al Iraqia University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Al Iraqia University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Al Iraqia 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 Iraqia University's academic range and degree level offering.



Al Iraqia University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
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L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
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Programs and Courses

Al Iraqia University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Al Iraqia University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Al Iraqia 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 Iraqia University.



Al Iraqia University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students		 Not reported Not reported

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Al Iraqia University's yearly tuition fees, which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e., face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors.

Admissions

Al Iraqia University Admission Info


Al Iraqia University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Al Iraqia University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 90-99% 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


Al Iraqia University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes

Al Iraqia University international students information:

  • Accepts students from various nationalities worldwide in line with the Study in Iraq campaign organized by the Ministry of Higher Education
  • Allows international students to study in Iraqi Universities with the same efficiency as provided to local students
  • Currently has a low number of international students:
    • 30 international students enrolled in undergraduate programs
    • 5 international students enrolled in postgraduate programs
  • Hopes to increase the number of international students in its educational programs

Al Iraqia University's Admission Office Admission Office

Al-Adhamiyah, Haibba Khatoon Street, Near Royal Cemetery
Baghdad 10011
790 381 5497
770 686 1727

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Al Iraqia University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Al Iraqia University Size and Profile


Al Iraqia University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 20,000 to 24,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Al Iraqia University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 3,500 to 3,999 members.


Al Iraqia University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Al Iraqia University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Al Iraqia University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Al Iraqia University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Al Iraqia University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Al Iraqia University is Islamic Religious Affiliation

Islamic.



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Facilities and Services

Al Iraqia University Facilities


Al Iraqia University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Al Iraqia University's Library

Al Iraqia University library offers include:

  • The Central Library was established since the founding of the Iraqi University in 1989.
  • It carried out its activities in a small building located on Al-Saadoun Street, then in 1994 it was transformed into another building in Adhamiya.
  • The library is distinguished by the arrangement and organization of its contents of books and information sources, and it has had a share in the development of Al Iraqia university.
  • The librarians have extraordinary experiences and specialize in libraries.
  • In 2016, the Central Library was moved to a new building in the university complex located in the Sabaa Abkar area.
  • It was keen to serve scientific researchers and provide services to all categories of beneficiaries (professors, postgraduate students, and Bachelor studies students, in addition to the university’s technical and administrative staff).

As for the number of physical books/volumes the library has:

  • 10,115 doctoral and master’s theses
  • Number of books that can be purchased in the library: 29,088
  • Number of books donated to the library: 6015
  • Number of magazines in the library: 4102
  • Number of CDs in the library: 10115
  • Number of digital/electronic databases: 568


Al Iraqia University's Housing University Housing

Yes

Al Iraqia University housing offering includes:

  • For men: six buildings located in Sabaa Abkar Complex, each with six floors. The complex consists of 294 rooms, 28 kitchens, 140 bathrooms, 280 toilets, 557 double beds, and 14 single beds.
  • For women: located in Al-Wairiyah Complex, an off-campus complex consisting of four buildings, each with six floors. The complex has 94 rooms, 8 kitchens, 222 bathrooms, 40 toilets, 201 double beds, and 96 single beds available for students.


Al Iraqia University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes

Al Iraqia University offers a variety of sport activities and facilities, including:

  • Football
  • Table tennis
  • Chess
  • Swimming
  • Volleyball
  • Badminton

However, the university has only one football ground and dedicated halls for chess and table tennis.


Al Iraqia University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Al Iraqia University Services


Al Iraqia University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes

Al Iraqia University financial aids include:

  • Free evening studies
  • Discounts
  • Other privileges

These offers are available to students while enrolling and throughout their studying period at the university. They are specifically for bright students who have shown good performance in Highschool, as well as students whose parents were martyred or affected by terrorism in Iraq.


Al Iraqia University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes

Al Iraqia University collaborates with the Ministry of Higher Education/Department of Missions and Cultural Relations, sending over 51 students annually to 10 different countries across various majors. These countries include Egypt, Lebanon, Iran, Turkey, Australia, Britain, United States, China, France, Italy, and Hungary. The university aims to instill confidence and clarity in its students, fostering their full potential through partnerships with nations worldwide.


Al Iraqia University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

Al Iraqia University implemented distance learning during the Covid-19 pandemic. The university successfully delivered knowledge and academic content through internet programs and platforms, including Google Classroom, Google Meeting, and Zoom. Students experienced organized, regular, and clear curricula, simulating an in-person classroom environment. Exams and tests were also conducted online.


Al Iraqia University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Al Iraqia University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Al Iraqia University Academic Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Al Iraqia University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Al Iraqia University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Arab Universities
  • Iraqi Engineers Association
  • Federation of Journalists of Iraq
  • Iraqi Bar Association
  • Iraqi Accountants and Auditors Syndicate
  • Iraq Dental Association
  • Iraqi Medical Association
  • General Federation of Iraq Workers
  • Iraqi Artist Syndicate
  • Iraqi Figh Council
  • Iraqi Translators Association


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Free Online Courses

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