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Student Guide

The Student Affairs Procedures Guide and Admission Regulations and Requirements for the 2025–2026 academic year is an official guidance document issued by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research / Department of Studies, Planning and Follow-up.

It aims to clarify admission regulations in Iraqi universities, as well as application and registration procedures.

The guide includes the requirements for:

  • Central and direct admission

  • Evening studies

  • Special admission channels

  • Student registration procedures

  • Transfer and hosting regulations

  • Required documents

  • Examination instructions

  • Discipline regulations

  • Summer training

It serves as an official reference for students to understand their academic and administrative procedures throughout the stages of admission and study.

Accommodation and Cost of Living

Iraq University College gives special attention to international students by providing suitable information and guidance regarding accommodation and living costs, helping students prepare for their studies and stay in a comfortable and organized manner.

Special and suitable accommodation options are available for international students near the college campus. These options are distinguished by their proximity to the university environment and by providing the basic requirements for study and daily living, such as accommodation rooms, daily services, a suitable study atmosphere, and easy access to the college facilities.

Transportation services to and from the college are also available, making it easier for international students to commute and ensuring regular access to lectures and university activities. The college guides students toward suitable accommodation options according to their needs and capabilities, while providing general information about available services and estimated monthly living costs when needed.

This aspect aims to provide a stable and safe environment for international students, helping them focus on their studies and integrate into university life at Iraq University College.

Iraq University College provides guidance information on its website for international students regarding study procedures in Iraq. This includes general instructions related to application, required documents, communication with the college, and the mechanism for following up on admission for international students.

With regard to visa and immigration information, the college supports international students by clarifying the basic requirements related to obtaining a study visa and residency, such as the student’s acceptance into the college, the required personal and academic documents, passport, personal photographs, and communication with the relevant official authorities inside Iraq or Iraqi embassies abroad.

This section can also be developed into a detailed guide that is updated periodically, explaining the steps for obtaining a study visa, the relevant government authorities, residency procedures, and renewal requirements, while emphasizing that the final instructions depend on the laws and regulations approved by the relevant official Iraqi authorities.

This section aims to facilitate the procedures for international students and help them understand the required steps before and after arriving in Iraq, supporting a clear and well-organized study experience at Iraq University College.

Iraq University College is committed to adopting clear and organized procedures for receiving applications from international students by requesting a set of official documents that help verify the student’s information and confirm the accuracy of the submitted data.

The required documents for international applicants include:

– A copy of a valid passport.
– The secondary school certificate or university certificate, depending on the type of application.
– A transcript or academic record, if available.
– Certification of academic certificates and documents by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the student’s country or by the relevant official authorities.
– Any additional documents required by the college or the relevant official authorities in Iraq.

These procedures aim to verify the authenticity of the documents, match the information submitted by the student with the approved academic and administrative requirements, and ensure the proper completion of admission and registration procedures.

The college also reviews the documents submitted by international students and contacts the student in case of missing documents or the need to complete any additional requirements, noting that acceptance of the application is subject to the official regulations and instructions approved by the competent authorities in Iraq.

Short version for the page:

Iraq University College requires international students to submit the necessary official documents, including a passport, secondary school or university certificates, and transcripts if available, provided that these documents are certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the student’s country or by the relevant official authorities. These procedures aim to document the applicant’s information, verify the authenticity of the documents, and ensure the completion of admission and registration procedures in accordance with the approved official regulations.