Quick Summary
Public in Najaf, Iraq — University of Kufa, est. 1987. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 31500 students including 1.2% from outside Iraq. Known for strengths in Medicine, Pharmacy, Archaeology, it maintains an acceptance rate of 62%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Historical prestige in the holy city of Najaf, strong focus on medical excellence, and affordable government-backed tuition.
Subject Strengths
MedicinePharmacyArchaeologyAgriculture and Forestry
Founded1987
TypePublic
Total Students31500
Intl Students1.2%
Faculty Ratio15.8
CampusUrban
Campus Size85 acres
Affiliated HospitalsAl-Sadr Teaching Hospital,Al-Hakim General Hospital,Al-Zahra Teaching Hospital
AccreditationMinistry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Iraq
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1001-1200
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1501+
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Medicine,Dentistry,Pharmacy,Engineering,Science,Arts,Education,Administration and Economics,Law,Physical Education,Veterinary Medicine,Nursing
Programs
Arabic Language,Chemistry,Biology,Physics,Medicine,Engineering
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Najaf Center for Research and Studies,Environmental Research Center,Higher Institute for Accounting and Financial Studies
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Iraq
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate62%
IELTS5.5
TOEFL60
Min GPA2.8
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · August 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Admission for Iraqi students is centrally managed by the Ministry; international applicants should apply directly through the university's 'Study in Iraq' initiative portal.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Iraqi Dinar
UG Tuition
IQD2,000,000/yr
per year · IQD
Living Cost
IQD6,000,000/yr
per year · IQD
PG Tuition
IQD3,700,000/yr
per year · IQD
Application Fee
$30
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
IQD8,040,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · IQD
Scholarships AvailableIraqi Ministry of Higher Education Scholarship,University Excellence Waiver,Study in Iraq Initiative
Avg Scholarship$1,200
Financial AidGrants available for low-income domestic students via Ministry of Labor
Work-StudyNot Available
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Medicine,Dentistry,Pharmacy,Engineering,Science,Arts,Education,Administration and Economics,Law,Physical Education,Veterinary Medicine,Nursing programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Pharmacy | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| English Literature | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$9,500
Average Salary After Graduation
68%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh in government hospitals and public sector engineering firms
Industry Connections
Ministry of HealthMinistry of OilAl-Najaf Chamber of Commerce
Notable Alumni
Adnan Al-Zurufi,Various Iraqi Parliament Members,Prominent Regional Scientists
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Multipurpose Stadium,Indoor Basketball Courts,Swimming Pool
Student Clubs
Student Union,Cultural Arts Club,Engineering Innovation Hub,Scientific Debate Society
Library Resources
Central Library of Kufa,E-Library access to IEEE and ScienceDirect,Specialized Medical Library
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+,MoU with Tehran University,Collaboration with UK-based universities
Summer Programs
Medical Clinical Training,Arabic Language Intensive Course