CUE in Numbers
Ranked #1 in Iraq
for Reducing Inequality, Times Impact Rankings 2023–2024
974
Full and Partial Scholarships Awarded
Ranked #1 in KRI
According to the Arab Ranking for Universities 2023
14
Well Equipped Laboratories
859
Attending Students
25
Active External Memorandum of Understandings
The Catholic University in Erbil
WHERE KNOWLEDGE, CHARACTER, AND PURPOSE COME TOGETHER TO CREATE LASTING CHANGE
From Dreams to Degrees
Our Students’ Journeys
Dalia Idris
“Whatever challenges you face in life, never use them as an excuse to stop pursuing your goals.”
Despite surviving displacement and unimaginable loss, Dalia Idrees—a Yazidi student from Shingal—is using her voice, education, and creativity to preserve her community’s history and advocate for justice. Now studying International Relations at the Catholic University in Erbil, she is determined to turn challenges into action.
Fady Hameed
“I’ve seen people with disabilities accomplish things many others never could.”
Fady Hameed, a top IT student at the Catholic University in Erbil, is overcoming the challenges of a speech disorder with faith, family support, and determination. Now pursuing a second degree to stay ahead in a changing job market, he is using his journey to inspire others to persevere and believe in their potential.
Lara Benyamin
"Hardships may last a short or long time—but if we keep our eyes on the moment, we’ll know the challenge was worth it."
Lara Benyamin, a mother of three and student at the Catholic University in Erbil, returned to higher education nearly two decades after war interrupted her studies. Balancing family, work, and school, she is proving that it’s never too late to pursue your dreams with faith and determination.
Rostam Salman
“Don’t graduate just to get a certificate. Learn, change, and be different. When you are different, you can make the difference.”
Rostam Salman, an English student at the Catholic University in Erbil, is balancing full-time studies, a demanding job, and his passion for football. Through determination and self-belief, he’s proving that being different isn’t a weakness—it’s a path to making a real difference.
A Home for Everyone
At the Catholic University in Erbil, every culture finds a place to belong.
Our campus brings together students from across the Kurdistan Region and Iraq — each one carrying unique traditions, languages, and stories.
Whether in the classroom or during cultural celebrations, we honor this rich mosaic of identities.
CUE is more than a university. It’s a home for all.
Our Laboratories
Where Theory Meets Practice
At CUE, our laboratories offer students the opportunity to apply their learning through real-world experiments, collaborative research, and cutting-edge tools.
Whether you’re analyzing samples under a microscope or programming in a tech lab— our labs are built to empower curiosity, critical thinking, and innovation.
Beyond the Classroom
Life at the Catholic University in Erbil
From spontaneous conversations in the courtyard to teamwork in labs and vibrant student-led events, life at CUE is full of connection, energy, and possibility.
Our campus is not just a place to study — it’s where friendships grow, creativity thrives, and memories are made.
The Catholic University in Erbil
Peacebuildingand Human Rights
At the Catholic University in Erbil (CUE), we believe that education is a powerful tool for promoting peace, inclusion, and justice. Through conferences, seminars, cultural exchanges, and career-building initiatives, CUE creates space for dialogue, diversity, and collaboration. This section highlights our ongoing efforts to foster mutual understanding, uphold human dignity, and contribute to a more peaceful and equitable society—both within the Kurdistan Region and beyond.
Help us build the future of CUE together!
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