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Migraine is a headache disorder that causes mild to severe throbbing pain in the unilateral side of the head, either going left or right. Increasing levels of anxiety and stress could be associated with this headache disorder. These migraine psychiatric comorbidities are commonly investigated in universities as universities are academically demanding and time-consuming, and students are under constant pressure. Achieving academic demands and performing well in universities are critical for students. Migraines can cause functional disability, which can hinder and limit one's psychological and physical well-being. Functional disability can interfere with many aspects of students' academic performance. A literature review is conducted to investigate the correlation between migraines and mental health, their prevalence among university students, in addition to examining migraine symptoms, and how migraines affect students' educational performance. We predict that there will be a significant number of students suffering from migraines, and mental health triggers and outcomes associated with migraines will be confirmed. Significance: Our aim of this research is to increase awareness of psychological triggers and outcomes associated with migraines. To increase the university’s services for sufferers of migraines. Lastly, to increase awareness of the impact of both migraines and mental health on university students’ performance, including retention and completion.