Tuition Waived for Quran Memorizers Studying at Iraqi Universities
The Arab country’s ministry of higher education in a circular announced the decision.
Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research Naim Al-Aboudi had earlier talked about plans for such a move.
According to the circular, a committee comprising Quran experts has been set up by the ministry to assess the Quran memorization level of those who want to benefit from the exemption.
The committee conducts an examination at the beginning of each academic year to determine whether applicants qualify for the tuition waiver.
Also, the higher education ministry said that two percent of admissions at universities will be allocated to memorizers of the Quran.
Higher education officials in Iraq had earlier talked about plans for encouraging and supporting Quran memorizers among students at universities and academic centers.
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Quranic activities have significantly developed in Iraq since the 2003 overthrow of former dictator Saddam Hussein.
There has been a growing trend of Quranic programs such as competitions, recitation sessions and educational programs held in the country in recent years.
Learning the Quran by heart is also very popular among teenagers and the youth in the Arab country.
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