Since its establishment in 2003, Koya University has enjoyed consistent growth and success and has continuously been ranked among the leading public universities in both Kurdistan Region and Iraq. However, guided by our value of continuous improvement and to live out its duty as the first public university founded outside the metropolitan cities in the region, Koya University strives to build on its accomplishments by creating and promoting excellence in teaching and learning, scientific research, and other areas. Based on a comprehensive review of the university practices and an institutional SWOT analysis, the University Strategic Plan Committee has developed an extensive plan which has the following seven pillars:
- Student Success and Employability
- Research and Innovation
- Community Outreach
- Resource Development
- Digitization
- Internationalization and global visibility
- Green University
