Study in Iraq Scholarship 2025-2026 Fully Funded

STUDY IN IRAQ SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM 2025–2026 FULLY FUNDED FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

The Iraqi Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has officially launched the "Study in Iraq" Scholarship Program for the 2025–2026 academic year now in its third edition. This is a remarkable opportunity for international students from around the world to pursue undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral studies at some of Iraq's most prestigious public and private universities, with full and partial financial support available. Join Us now for new opportunity at THE LIGHT OF ENGINEERING.

The program offers over 14,000 academic seats from 59 governmental and private Iraqi universities, with 57% allocated to full scholarships and 43% to partial scholarships. Whether you are aiming for a bachelor's degree, master's, or PhD, the Study in Iraq program provides a genuine pathway to world-class education in one of the world's most historically rich nations.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

The Iraqi Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has officially launched the third edition of its fully funded, partially funded, and self-funded scholarships, providing international students with the chance to study Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD programs at some of Iraq's most prestigious public and private universities.

The program aims to foster academic cooperation and cultural exchange, with programs available in Arabic, English, or Kurdish depending on the university.

SCHOLARSHIP BENEFITS

The Study in Iraq Scholarships come in three main categories: Fully Funded Scholarships covering tuition fees, accommodation, and health insurance; and Partially Funded Scholarships covering up to 50% of tuition fees.

The fully funded category also includes a monthly stipend for selected recipients.

In summary, benefits include:

Full or partial tuition fee coverage
Accommodation
Health insurance
Monthly stipend (fully funded category)
Access to programs across medicine, engineering, sciences, agriculture, humanities, law, and more

AVAILABLE PROGRAMS & FIELDS OF STUDY

Scholarships are available in medical and health sciences, engineering, pure sciences, agriculture, veterinary, administrative, law and political, educational, and humanities disciplines, and are open for undergraduate, postgraduate diploma, master's, and doctoral levels.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Undergraduate Applicants:

Applicants must be foreigners or Arabs of non-Iraqi parentage, exclusively from foreign or non-Iraqi Arab origins. Neither the applicant nor their parents should hold Iraqi origin.

Must hold a non-Iraqi high school certificate
Minimum average for General Medicine: 85%; Dentistry and Pharmacy: 75%; Engineering and Nursing: 65%; Other scientific and humanities specializations: 60%
Must not have previously secured an academic seat in any Iraqi public or private university

Postgraduate Applicants (Master's & PhD):

Must hold a bachelor's degree (for master's) or master's degree (for PhD)
Minimum average of 65% for Postgraduate Diploma and Master's; 75% for PhD
Must not be more than 40 years of age for a Master's degree or 45 years for a PhD

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

The following documents are required: colored translated copies (Arabic or English) of educational certificates certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Iraqi embassy; a valid passport with at least two years of validity; proof of the student's origins including birth certificate or national identity card; and a written pledge not to have applied to any Iraqi public university or private college through other admission channels.

Additional documents may include:

Academic transcripts
Proof of English or Arabic language proficiency
Research proposal (for PhD applicants)
Statement of purpose

HOW TO APPLY

Applications are submitted through the official "Study in Iraq" portal. Students should select the desired university and program, choose the type of scholarship (fully funded, partially funded, or self-funded), upload all required documents, and submit the application within the announced deadline.

Step 1: Visit the official portal: https://studyiniraq.scrd-gate.gov.iq
Step 2: Create an account and complete your profile
Step 3: Select your preferred university and program
Step 4: Choose your scholarship category (fully funded, partially funded, or self-funded)
Step 5: Upload all required documents
Step 6: Submit your application before the deadline

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Visit the official portal to check the current deadline for your study level: 🔗 https://studyiniraq.scrd-gate.gov.iq

IMPORTANT NOTES

Students who obtain an academic seat within the Study in Iraq program are not eligible for privileges such as appointment in Iraqi ministries or any other non-educational privileges
Arabic language skills are beneficial but not mandatory for all programs
Students must comply with Iraqi laws and university regulations

We wish every applicant the very best on this exciting journey may your ambition be rewarded, your application be successful, and this opportunity mark the beginning of a truly transformative chapter in your academic life. Good luck to you all!

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