Quick Summary
Based in Baghdad, Iraq, Mustansiriyah University is a public with roots dating back to 1963. Ranked #1201-1400 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 48500 students including 1.5% from outside Iraq. Known for strengths in Pharmacy, Clinical Medicine, Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 35%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is one of the oldest and most prestigious academic institutions in the Arab world, offering deeply rooted academic traditions combined with modern scientific research.
Subject Strengths
PharmacyClinical MedicineEngineeringSocial Sciences
Founded1963
TypePublic
Total Students48500
Intl Students1.5%
Faculty Ratio16.2
CampusUrban
Campus SizeLarge
Affiliated HospitalsAl-Yarmouk Teaching Hospital,Al-Kindi Teaching Hospital
AccreditationMinistry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (Iraq)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1201-1400
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Medicine,Engineering,Arts,Science,Law,Management,Education,Pharmacy,Dentistry,Political Science
Programs
52
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
National Center for Hematology,Mustansiriyah Center for International Studies,Cancer and Medical Genetics Center
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (Iraq)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate35%
IELTS5.5
TOEFL70
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline ยท September 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline ยท January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on high scores in the Iraqi Baccalaureate examination (Central Admission) for undergraduate entry. For postgraduates, research experience and the national competitive exam are key.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Iraqi Dinar
UG Tuition
ุฏ.ุน1,572,000/yr
per year ยท IQD
Living Cost
ุฏ.ุน5,895,000/yr
per year ยท IQD
PG Tuition
ุฏ.ุน3,668,000/yr
per year ยท IQD
Application Fee
$20
one time ยท USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
ุฏ.ุน7,493,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials ยท IQD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$800
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyNot Available
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Medicine,Engineering,Arts,Science,Law,Management,Education,Pharmacy,Dentistry,Political Science programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Electrical Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Law | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Pharmacy | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$7,500
Average Salary After Graduation
68%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong
Industry Connections
Ministry of OilMinistry of HealthMinistry of Industry and Minerals
Notable Alumni
Fuad Masum,Qusay Al-Suhail,Falih Al-Fayyadh
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic Stadium,Indoor Sports Hall,Tennis Courts
Student Clubs
Scientific Innovation Club,Literary and Cultural Club,Student Media Society
Library Resources
Central Library with over 200,000 volumes and digital archive access.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Not Available