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Salary Information

May 12, 2026, 11:09 a.m.

Salary Information

Understanding potential earnings after graduation is an important part of career planning. Below are approximate starting salaries for various fields, converted to monthly Iraqi Dinar (thousands IQD) based on an exchange rate of 1 USD ≈ 1,320 IQD. These figures are for reference only and reflect U.S.-based data; actual salaries in Iraq may vary.

Estimated Monthly Starting Salaries (IQD, Thousands)

Humanities & Social Sciences

  • Communication & Journalism: ≈ 540,000 IQD/month
  • English Language & Literature: ≈ 500,000 IQD/month
  • History: ≈ 540,000 IQD/month
  • Psychology: ≈ 485,000 IQD/month
  • Political Science: ≈ 595,000 IQD/month
  • Sociology: ≈ 525,000 IQD/month
  • Social Work: ≈ 463,000 IQD/month

Science & Mathematics

  • Applied Mathematics: ≈ 1,078,000 IQD/month
  • Biological Sciences: ≈ 523,000 IQD/month
  • Chemistry: ≈ 600,000 IQD/month
  • Mathematics: ≈ 723,000 IQD/month
  • Physics: ≈ 745,000 IQD/month
  • Statistics: ≈ 920,000 IQD/month

Natural Resources & Environmental Studies

  • Environmental Sciences: ≈ 457,000 IQD/month
  • Parks, Recreation & Tourism Management: ≈ 457,000 IQD/month
  • Fisheries & Wildlife: ≈ 392,000 IQD/month
  • Forest Management: ≈ 470,000 IQD/month

Engineering & Technology

  • Aerospace Engineering: ≈ 813,000 IQD/month
  • Biomedical Engineering: ≈ 740,000 IQD/month
  • Chemical Engineering: ≈ 780,000 IQD/month
  • Civil Engineering: ≈ 757,000 IQD/month
  • Computer Engineering: ≈ 1,050,000 IQD/month
  • Electrical Engineering: ≈ 957,000 IQD/month
  • Mechanical Engineering: ≈ 827,000 IQD/month
  • Nuclear Engineering: ≈ 790,000 IQD/month

Education

  • Teacher Education (Subject Areas): ≈ 480,000 IQD/month
  • Teacher Education (Levels & Methods): ≈ 480,000 IQD/month

Using This Information

  • These figures are estimates for reference only, based on U.S.-based starting salaries converted to Iraqi Dinar.
  • Actual salaries in Iraq may differ depending on industry, employer, experience, and location.
  • Consider cost of living, benefits, and local market conditions in addition to salary figures.
  • Meet with a CDC career counselor for personalized guidance on career planning, internships, and salary expectations.

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