The University of Mustansiriyah

Overview

English Name: Al-Mustansiriyah University

Local Name: الجامعة المستنصرية

Founded: 1963

Control Type: Public

Entity Type: Non-profit

World Rank: #1936

Rank in Iraq: #3

Motto: Mustansiriyah, is the extension of the past and a bright future

Colours: Green and yellow

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Founded in 1963, The University of Mustansiriyah is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Baghdad (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants).

Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research of Iraq, The University of Mustansiriyah is a medium-sized coeducational Iraqi higher education institution. The University of Mustansiriyah offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study.

This 61-year-old Iraqi higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this Iraqi higher education organization a least selective institution.

The University of Mustansiriyah also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

Location & Contact

Need to mail, call, or visit The University of Mustansiriyah? Address, phone, and digital contact options below. Religious and cultural accommodation queries route through specific student services.

Academic Details

The University of Mustansiriyah's student-to-faculty composition and recognition standing are listed below. Student support staff (advisers, counsellors) are typically separate from academic staff and often uncounted here.

Academic Structures

Browse the academic-unit structure of The University of Mustansiriyah. Multi-faculty programmes exist but are usually administered by a lead faculty that handles admissions and credentialing.

Degrees

Also postgraduate Diplomas, 2 yrs

Faculties & Divisions

All faculties operate under Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research of Iraq.

Programs Offered

The University of Mustansiriyah's programmes, with filter and level-based grouping. The combination of search and tier view makes shortlisting faster across large catalogues.

How to apply to The University of Mustansiriyah

A short guide to applying to The University of Mustansiriyah — five steps covering the path from programme selection to confirmation of receipt.

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   Identify the right programme

   Start by exploring the programmes section on this page. The University of Mustansiriyah runs 33 active programmes across multiple degree levels. Narrow by qualification tier and read each programme description before shortlisting.

2. 2
   Check entry requirements

   Before applying to The University of Mustansiriyah, confirm you meet the academic, language, and document requirements for your chosen programme. International applicants should also check visa eligibility for Iraq.

3. 3
   Prepare your application documents

   Standard documents: official transcripts, identity proof, language test results, personal statement, and references. Confirm exact requirements with The University of Mustansiriyah's admissions office before assembling, as expectations vary by programme.

4. 4
   Submit via the institution

   Lodge your application through the official website (uomustansiriyah.edu.iq). Online forms are the standard route. Save your draft frequently and submit before the programme deadline.

5. 5
   Get in touch with admissions

   Verify your application has been received by the admissions team. Reach the institution by phone at +964 (790) 247 8927. Monitor the portal for status updates, interview invitations, or document requests, and respond within the stated deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about The University of Mustansiriyah

Quick reference for The University of Mustansiriyah: founding, control type, student body, rankings, and recognition status in one place.

Faculties at Nearby Universities

Geographic neighbours to The University of Mustansiriyah appear below — each worth considering if location is part of your decision. Nearby institutions tend to share academic calendars, making cross-applications less complex.

University of Baghdad

Baghdad · Public · Rank #1102

University of Technology

Baghdad · Public · Rank #1862

University of Information Technology and Communications

Baghdad · Public · Rank #2753

AL

Al-Bani University College

Baghdad · Private · Rank #4620

Middle Technical University

Baghdad · Public · Rank #4819

Where Else to Study Medicine

Alumni outcomes data publication varies across Medicine programmes in Iraq. Where available, post-grad employment and salary data is the best signal of programme quality beyond marketing claims.

University of Babylon

Babylon · Public · Rank #2376

University of Diyala

Baqubah · Public · Rank #2427

Al-Mustaqbal University

Hillah · Private · Rank #2743

University of Mosul

Mosul · Public · Rank #2870

University of Basrah

Basrah · Public · Rank #2941

Universities Often Compared with The University of Mustansiriyah

Faculty mobility between The University of Mustansiriyah and peer institutions is common — academics often move within a comparable tier. This signals shared academic standards and salary structures.

Al-Ahliyya Amman University

Amman · Private · Rank #1982

Yarmouk University

Irbid · Public · Rank #1887

Al-Imam Muhammad Ibn Saud Islamic University

Riyadh · Public · Rank #1853

SA

Sağlık Bilimleri Üniversitesi

Istanbul · Public · Rank #1844

The University of Nizwa

Nizwá · Private · Rank #1833