Founded in 2002, University of Thi-Qar is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Nasiriyah (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Dhi Qar.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research, Iraq, University of Thi-Qar (UTQ) is a large (EduListing enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational higher education institution formally affiliated with the Islamic religion. University of Thi-Qar (UTQ) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 18 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades.  The admission rate range is 70-80% making this Iraqi higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. 