Tuition Fees for Iraqi Students
Comprehensive guide to study costs across popular destinations worldwide
Updated for 2025/26 Academic Year
How Tuition Works for Iraqi Students
Fee Category
Iraqi students are treated as international/non-EU students everywhere unless you have another citizenship or residency.
University Sets Price
Fees vary by university ranking, degree level (BSc/MSc/PhD), and subject (Medicine highest, Arts lowest).
PhD Programs
In Europe, PhD fees are often low or waived. In US/Canada/Australia, many PhD students get assistantships/waivers.
Extra Charges
Application fees, health insurance, lab fees, semester contributions can add €200–€600+ per year in Europe.
Tuition Fees by Destination (2025/26)
United Kingdom (UK)
Undergraduate
£11,400 – £38,000
per year
Master's (Taught)
£12,000 – £30,000+
per year (MBAs higher)
Medicine/Dentistry
£50,000+
per year
United States (USA)
Public Universities
$10,000 – $45,000
per year
Private Universities
$50,000 – $60,000+
per year
Master's Programs
$20,000 – $60,000+
per year (MBA/Law higher)
Canada
Undergraduate
CAD 36,000 – 42,000
per year (average nationwide)
Graduate/Master's
CAD 21,000
per year (average, varies by field/province)
Australia
Bachelor's
AUD 20,000 – 45,000
per year
Master's/PhD
AUD 22,000 – 50,000
per year (top universities higher)
Turkey
Public Universities
$450 – $1,500
per year (BA); Master's $600–$900
Private Universities
$5,000 – $20,000+
per year (Medicine at top)
Germany
Most Public Universities
€0 – €430
Semester contribution only
Some States (New Rule)
€2,000 – €6,000
per semester for non-EU students
France
Bachelor (Licence)
€2,850 – €2,895
per year
Master
€3,879 – €3,941
per year
PhD
€397
per year (same as locals)
Netherlands
Bachelor
€9,000 – €20,000
per year
Master
€12,000 – €30,000
per year (Medicine/Dentistry €30k+)
Italy
Public Universities
€500 – €4,000
per year (often linked to family income)
Private Universities
€6,000 – €20,000+
per year
Poland & Central/Eastern Europe
Bachelor
€500 – €6,000
per year
Master
€1,000 – €8,000
per year
Medicine/Dentistry
€10,000 – €16,000
per year (English-taught)
Malaysia
Public Universities
€500 – €4,500
per year (Bachelor: €2k–€4.5k; Master: €500–€4k)
Private Universities
€1,350 – €9,300
per year (Bachelor)
Georgia (Caucasus)
Most English Programs
$3,000 – $8,000
per year
Medicine
$4,000 – $8,000
per year
United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Most Programs
€5,000 – €27,650
per year (≈$5.5k–$30k); Per-credit models: AED 40k–65k/year
Jordan
Most BA Programs
$2,000 – $4,000
per year (charged per credit hour; Medicine higher)
Egypt
Public Universities
$3,000 – $6,000
per year (Medicine/Dentistry: $6k–$10k)
Private Universities
Higher & Rising
Especially Medicine/Engineering
Biggest Price Drivers by Major
Across all countries, tuition varies significantly by field of study:
Medicine / Dentistry / Pharmacy
Usually the most expensive (often 2–4× other majors)
MBA / Business
Top schools can rival medicine in US/UK/Canada/Australia
Engineering / Computer Science
Mid-to-high tier pricing
Arts / Humanities / Education
Usually lowest tuition fees
Scholarships for Iraqi Students
These scholarships can make tuition ZERO if you win them!
Chevening (UK)
Coverage: Fully funded 1-year Master's for Iraqis (tuition + stipend + flights)
Level: Master's only
Fulbright (USA)
Coverage: Full funding for Iraqi Master's/Research applicants
Level: Master's & Research
DAAD (Germany)
Coverage: Many funded Master's/PhDs and Iraq-focused programs
Level: Master's & PhD
Türkiye Bursları (Turkey)
Coverage: Fully funded Bachelor/Master/PhD, strong Iraqi participation
Level: All levels
Erasmus Mundus (EU)
Coverage: Full scholarships for joint Master's in Europe (open to Iraqis)
Level: Master's
Other Scholarships
Options: Australia Awards, MEXT (Japan), CSC (China), Gulf government grants
Level: Varies (competitive)
Pro Tip
We help Iraqi students identify and apply for these scholarships! Learn more about our scholarship services.
Hidden Costs to Budget For
Even when tuition is "low," these costs matter:
Visa & Residence Permits
Can be a few hundred dollars/euros. Australia recently raised student visa costs sharply.
Health Insurance
Mandatory everywhere. Costs vary by country (€300–€1,500+ per year).
Proof of Funds
Canada/Germany/UK require high bank-statement thresholds (often €10k–€20k+).
Language & Entrance Tests
IELTS/TOEFL ($200–$300), GRE/GMAT ($300+), or local exams.
Housing & Living Costs
Often equals or exceeds tuition in high-cost cities (London, Toronto, Sydney, Amsterdam). Budget €600–€1,500+ per month.
Quick Comparison (Tuition Only, Per Year)
Very Low Tuition
- Turkey (public)
- Italy (public)
- Poland
- Georgia
- Egypt (public)
- Germany (most public)
- Malaysia
Moderate Tuition
- France
- Malaysia
- Jordan
- UAE (some programs)
High Tuition
- United Kingdom
- United States
- Canada
- Australia
- Netherlands
- UAE (elite/private)
Important Note
Remember: Low tuition doesn't always mean low total cost! Consider living expenses, visa requirements, and scholarship opportunities when making your decision. High-tuition countries often have better scholarship options and post-study work opportunities.
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