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University of Kerbala

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world rank  7105

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Overview

University of Kerbala (جامعة كربلاء) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Karbala, Iraq. Established in 2002, University of Kerbala (UOK) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Iraq. UOK provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 24-year-old Iraqi higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply. UOK 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

University of Kerbala's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Kerbala's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Kerbala' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

University of Kerbala's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) جامعة كربلاء
Acronym UOK
Founded 2002
Motto
Colours Green and yellow
Mascot Minaret

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Location

Address Fraiha
Karbala
56001 Karbala
Iraq
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University of Kerbala Phone Number (770) 600 4181
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Kerbala is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Iraq

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2002


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 University of Kerbala 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

University of Kerbala Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



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

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Programs and Courses

University of Kerbala Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

University of Kerbala Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of Kerbala 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 University of Kerbala.



University of Kerbala: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro)
International
students		 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 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 University of Kerbala Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official University of Kerbala website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

University of Kerbala Admission Info


University of Kerbala's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


University of Kerbala's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Kerbala 's acceptance rate is not reported.


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


University of Kerbala's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


University of Kerbala's Admission Office Admission Office

Fraiha
Karbala



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Size and Profile

University of Kerbala Size and Profile


University of Kerbala's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Kerbala has a student enrollment ranging from 20,000 to 24,999, making it a large-sized institution.


University of Kerbala's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

University of Kerbala's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.


University of Kerbala's Control Type Control Type

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


University of Kerbala's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Kerbala 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.


University of Kerbala's Campus Setting Campus Setting

University of Kerbala's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


University of Kerbala's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

University of Kerbala adopts an unconventional academic calendar, a scheduling system for academic institutions that deviates from traditional academic calendars, such as the standard semester, quarter or trimester systems.


University of Kerbala's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Kerbala is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

University of Kerbala Facilities


University of Kerbala's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Kerbala's Library


University of Kerbala's Housing University Housing

Yes


University of Kerbala's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


University of Kerbala's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

University of Kerbala Services


University of Kerbala's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


University of Kerbala's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


University of Kerbala's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


University of Kerbala's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


University of Kerbala's Career Services Career Services

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Academic Structure

University of Kerbala Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

University of Kerbala Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • International Association of Universities (IAU)
  • Association of Arab Universities (AARU)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of Kerbala public or private?

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

Is University of Kerbala profit or non-profit?

University of Kerbala 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 University of Kerbala in terms of enrollment?

University of Kerbala has a student enrollment ranging from 20,000 to 24,999, making it a large-sized institution.

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

University of Kerbala's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.

Is University of Kerbala a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does University of Kerbala use?

University of Kerbala adopts an unconventional academic calendar, a scheduling system for academic institutions that deviates from traditional academic calendars, such as the standard semester, quarter or trimester systems.

What religion is University of Kerbala affiliated with?

None.

Does University of Kerbala admit international students?

Yes.

What is University of Kerbala's acceptance rate and admission policy?

University of Kerbala 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend University of Kerbala UOK?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). International students: 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is University of Kerbala UOK located?

University of Kerbala is located in Karbala, Karbala, Iraq. Address: Fraiha.

Is University of Kerbala UOK accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, University of Kerbala is accredited by Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Iraq (since 2002).

Does University of Kerbala offer financial aid?

Yes

Does University of Kerbala offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does University of Kerbala have a university library?

Yes

Does University of Kerbala provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does University of Kerbala have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does University of Kerbala offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does University of Kerbala offer career services?

Not reported

Does University of Kerbala offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does University of Kerbala have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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