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Koya University

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world rank  7923

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Overview

Koya University (جامعة كويه) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Koya, Kurdistan, Iraq. Founded in 2003, Koya University (KOYU) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of the Kurdistan Regional Government. KOYU 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 or use the website search engine below. This 23-year-old Iraqi higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. Its acceptance rate is 70-79%. This makes it a moderately selective. International students are welcome to apply. KOYU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Koya University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Koya University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Koya University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Koya University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) جامعة كويه
Acronym KOYU
Founded 2003
Motto Enabling a brighter future
Colours Red, green, white and yellow
Mascot Sun

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Location

Address University Park, Danielle Mitterrand Boulevard
Koya
KOY45 Kurdistan
Iraq
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Koya University Phone Number (748) 012 7520
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Koya University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of the Kurdistan Regional Government

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2006


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 Koya 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

Koya University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



Koya University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes
M&H Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Koya University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Koya University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Koya 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 Koya University.



Koya University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)
International
students		 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Koya University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Koya University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Koya University Admission Info


Koya University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Koya University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Koya University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Koya University has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Koya University's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately 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


Koya University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
Koya University has more than 40 international students.


Koya University's Admission Office Admission Office

Central Admission Office
Koya KOY45
748 012 7520
748 012 7520

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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 Koya University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Koya University Size and Profile


Koya University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Koya University has a student enrollment ranging from 4,000 to 4,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Koya University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Koya University's academic staff ranges from 400 to 499 members.


Koya University's Control Type Control Type

Koya University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Koya University's Entity Type Entity Type

Koya University 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.


Koya University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Koya University's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


Koya University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Koya University adopts a continuous academic calendar, an educational scheduling system where the academic year is organized without long breaks or traditional summer vacations.


Koya University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Koya University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Koya University Facilities


Koya University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Koya University's Library


Koya University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Koya University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Koya University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Koya University Services


Koya University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Koya University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Koya University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Koya University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Koya University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Koya University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Koya University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Koya University
  • Faculty of Engineering
  • Faculty of Sciences and Health
  • Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
  • Faculty of Education

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Memberships and Affiliations

Koya University Affiliations and Memberships

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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Koya University public or private?

Koya University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Koya University profit or non-profit?

Koya University 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.

What is the size of Koya University in terms of enrollment?

Koya University has a student enrollment ranging from 4,000 to 4,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Koya University in terms of academic staff?

Koya University's academic staff ranges from 400 to 499 members.

Is Koya University a coeducational institution?

Koya University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Koya University use?

Koya University adopts a continuous academic calendar, an educational scheduling system where the academic year is organized without long breaks or traditional summer vacations.

What religion is Koya University affiliated with?

None.

Does Koya University admit international students?

Yes. Koya University has more than 40 international students.

What is Koya University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Koya University's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Koya University KOYU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). International students: 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Koya University KOYU located?

Koya University is located in Koya, Kurdistan, Iraq. Address: University Park, Danielle Mitterrand Boulevard.

Is Koya University KOYU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Koya University is accredited by Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of the Kurdistan Regional Government (since 2006).

Does Koya University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Koya University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Koya University have a university library?

Yes

Does Koya University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Koya University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Koya University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Koya University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Koya University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Koya University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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