Tishk International University (TIU) proudly celebrates a historic milestone, marking its strongest global and regional performance in the QS and Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings. These achievements affirm TIU’s position as a leading institution of higher education in Iraq, the Kurdistan region, and the Arab world.
Tishk International University organized a “Ranking Achievement Celebration Ceremony” on November 3, 2025, at the New Dentistry Building, TIU. The event was graced by representatives from the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (KRG), university leadership, faculty members, and local media outlets.
Global and Regional Rankings
For the first time, TIU has been included in the QS World University Rankings 2026, achieving:
• 🥇 1st in the Kurdistan Region
• 🥈 5th in Iraq
• 🌍 Within the 1201–1400 band globally
In the QS Arab University Rankings 2026, TIU proudly secured:
• 🥇 1st in the Kurdistan Region
• 🥈 8th in Iraq
• 🌍 95th across the Arab Region
In the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026, TIU achieved:
• 🥇 1st among all universities in Kurdistan and Iraq
• 🌍 Within the 1001–1200 band globally
Additionally, in the THE Impact Rankings 2025, which assess universities’ contributions to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), TIU ranked:
• 🥇 1st in the Kurdistan Region
• 🥈 4th in Iraq
• 🌍 Within the 1001–1500 band worldwide
Leadership Reflections
“These results reflect TIU’s unwavering commitment to academic excellence, societal development, and sustainability,” said Asst. Prof. Dr. Idris Hadi, Head of the Board of Trustees.
Similarly, Prof. Dr. Sultan Abu-Orabi, President of TIU, emphasized that, “These remarkable achievements are the outcome of the dedication and hard work of our faculty, staff, students, and partners, who continually strive for innovation, sustainability, and meaningful impact.”
During the ceremony, Appreciation Certificates were presented to Deans, Heads of Departments, and Unit Directors in acknowledgment of their significant contributions to TIU’s institutional success and ranking achievements
Commitment to Quality and Accreditation
TIU’s success is reinforced by its institutional accreditation from the German Accreditation Agency ZEVA, along with 18 internationally accredited programs by renowned agencies such as ZEVA, ASIIN, FIBAA, and AHPGS.
Several additional programs are currently undergoing accreditation, ensuring that all TIU undergraduate programs with graduates meet European quality standards and are globally recognized.
A Vision for the Future
As TIU continues to lead higher education in the Kurdistan Region and Iraq, the university remains steadfast in advancing quality education, research excellence, and impactful community engagement — shaping a brighter and more sustainable future for the region and beyond.
