According to the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026, Tishk International University (TIU) is ranked the first university in Iraq and the Kurdistan Region and among the top 1001–1200 universities globally. With high rankings in Research Quality (69.8) and International Outlook (68.6), TIU is now formally acknowledged as the top university in both Kurdistan and Iraq. This outstanding accomplishment is a testament to TIU’s growing international standing, academic excellence, and dedication to research and international collaboration.
This recognition from Times Higher Education, the most prominent university ranking system in the world, highlights TIU’s ongoing advancements in research, teaching, industry engagement, and internationalization. It also underscores the university’s vital role in advancing higher education standards within Iraq and the Kurdistan Region.
