AUIB Entrepreneurship Scholarships
Empowering Innovation. Inspiring Entrepreneurs. Building Iraq’s Future.
The Entrepreneurship Scholarships is a strategic initiative offered by Dr. Saadi Saihood Charitable Foundation designed to support ambitious Iraqi students with entrepreneurial potential, innovative ideas, and a passion for creating positive change.
Through this initiative, AUIB offers full tuition scholarships in the College of Business to talented students who demonstrate creativity, leadership, and an entrepreneurial mindset, helping them turn their ideas into successful businesses and impactful ventures.
Beyond Financial Support
The program goes beyond traditional scholarships by connecting academic education with entrepreneurship, innovation, and practical business development.
Participating students may benefit from:
Scholarship Support: Full tuition scholarships that make quality American-style education more accessible.
Entrepreneurship Development: Workshops, training, and practical learning opportunities in business planning, innovation, and startup development.
Mentorship and Guidance: Opportunities to engage with successful entrepreneurs, business leaders, and industry experts.
Innovation and Networking: Access to entrepreneurship events, competitions, and networking opportunities that encourage creativity and collaboration.
Business Development: Opportunities to develop innovative ideas into viable business concepts and potential startups.
Creating Opportunities
The initiative aims to nurture a new generation of Iraqi entrepreneurs equipped with the knowledge, confidence, and practical skills to establish businesses, create employment opportunities, and contribute to economic diversification.
Building Iraq’s Entrepreneurial Future
By combining academic excellence with entrepreneurial thinking, AUIB is investing in young innovators who have the potential to shape Iraq’s future economy.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit their applications through the official HEPIQ Student Portal (منصة قدم) of the Iraqi Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR), selecting the American University of Iraq–Baghdad (AUIB) as their preferred institution for full-time study.
Need Assistance? We’re Here to Help!
Whether you are a prospective student or a parent, the AUIB team is here to guide and support you every step of the way.
If you have any questions or need further information about scholarships, applications, or enrollment, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Selection Process
The final selection of scholarship recipients will be made by the AUIB Scholarship Committee, based on the eligibility criteria and guidelines outlined above, in accordance with the University’s Scholarship Awarding Procedures and applicable policies.
All scholarship awards are subject to final approval by the University.
You can reach us by phone or visit our Registration and Enrollment Services Department on campus, Monday through Thursday, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Your future matters to us, and we’re here to help you take the next step!
