Quick Summary
Public in Al Hillah, Iraq โ University of Babylon, est. 1991. Ranked #1201-1400 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 32500 students including 1.5% from outside Iraq. Known for strengths in Engineering, Medicine, Information Technology, it maintains an acceptance rate of 25%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
One of the top-ranked universities in Iraq with a strong emphasis on research and historical location in Babylon.
Subject Strengths
EngineeringMedicineInformation TechnologyComputer Science
Founded1991
TypePublic
Total Students32500
Intl Students1.5%
Faculty Ratio16
CampusUrban
Campus Size145 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsHillah Teaching Hospital, Merjan Teaching Hospital, Babylon Maternity and Children 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
#601-800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Master's, Doctoral
Programs
Available in Engineering, Science, Arts, Education, and Medicine
PhD Programs
Blended learning options available for specific postgraduate courses
Online Programs
DNA Research Center, Babylon Center for Civilizational and Historical Studies, Electronic Calculator 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 Rate25%
IELTS5.5
TOEFL70
Min GPA3.0/4.0 (Equivalency varies by faculty)
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline ยท September 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline ยท February 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Prioritize high scores in national exit exams for Medicine; ensure all certificates are authenticated by the Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Iraqi Dinar
UG Tuition
ุฏ.ุน2,000,000/yr
per year ยท IQD
Living Cost
ุฏ.ุน6,500,000/yr
per year ยท IQD
PG Tuition
ุฏ.ุน4,500,000/yr
per year ยท IQD
Application Fee
$30
one time ยท USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
ุฏ.ุน8,540,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials ยท IQD
Scholarships AvailableStudy in Iraq Scholarship, Government Grants
Avg Scholarship$2,000
Financial AidAvailable for low-income local students
Work-StudyLimited opportunities within university administration
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Master's, Doctoral programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Software Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Pharmacy | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Law | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$8,400
Average Salary After Graduation
72%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with local engineering firms and hospitals
Industry Connections
Ministry of OilMinistry of HealthIraqi Engineers Association
Notable Alumni
Several high-ranking Iraqi politicians and prominent medical researchers
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
University Stadium, Indoor Sports Hall, Swimming Pool
Student Clubs
Robotics Club, Art and Poetry Club, Student Scientific Association
Library Resources
Central Library with over 200,000 volumes and digital database access
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+ partnerships with several European universities
Summer Programs
Available in Language studies and IT certifications