Al-Mustaqbal University has achieved a new academic milestone, securing first place among private universities in Iraq and third place among all Iraqi universities, both public and private. The University was also placed in the 101–125 band among 269 ranked institutions in the Times Higher Education (THE) Arab University Rankings 2027. This achievement reflects the University's academic and research performance, particularly in research quality and international outlook. Its scores across the ranking's performance indicators, out of 100, were as follows: Research Quality: 60.6 International Outlook: 59.6 Industry: 19.1 Research Environment: 14.5 Teaching: 12.3 Commenting on this achievement, the President of Al-Mustaqbal University, Professor Hassan Shaker Majdi, expressed his pride, emphasizing that this recognition is the outcome of sustained institutional efforts and a firm commitment to quality and academic excellence. He also congratulated the University's faculty members, students, and staff on their collective contribution to this accomplishment. He stated: "Our University's achievement of first place among Iraqi private universities, third place among all Iraqi universities, and a position in the 101–125 band in the Times Higher Education Arab University Rankings 2027 is the result of dedicated institutional work and a steadfast belief in quality and excellence. We congratulate our faculty members, students, and staff on this achievement, and we remain committed to advancing towards a global standing worthy of Iraq." This achievement further reinforces Al-Mustaqbal University's commitment to strengthening its academic and research presence locally and across the Arab region, while continuing to enhance educational quality, scientific research, and international academic engagement. Al-Mustaqbal University The First University in Iraq