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EduAtlasHub·University Brochure
Est. 1983
Public (International)

International Islamic University Malaysia

"The Garden of Knowledge and Virtue"
🇲🇾 Malaysia ◯ Gombak ◍ 25% international ⬡ Asia
Last updated: June 18, 2026
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QS World 2026
#711-720
Global Ranking
Acceptance
35%
Students
30000
Tuition/yr
RM15,000/yr
Employed
88%
Faculty Ratio
14
Quick Summary

Since 1983, International Islamic University Malaysia has been one of Malaysia's prominent public (international)s, based in Gombak. Ranked #711-720 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 30000 students including 25% from outside Malaysia. Known for strengths in Theology, Divinity & Religious Studies, Law and Legal Studies, it maintains an acceptance rate of 35%.

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Institutional Profile
Who they are

It offers a unique integration of Islamic values with modern sciences and is one of the most culturally diverse universities in the Muslim world.

Subject Strengths
TheologyDivinity & Religious StudiesLaw and Legal StudiesBusiness & ManagementAccounting & FinanceEducation
Founded1983
TypePublic (International)
Total Students30000
Intl Students25%
Faculty Ratio14
CampusSuburban
Campus Size700 acres
Affiliated HospitalsSultan Ahmad Shah Medical Centre (SASMEC @IIUM)
AccreditationMalaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA),AACSB,Washington Accord,RIBA
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#711-720
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Foundations,Bachelor,Master,PhD,Professional Certificates
Programs
Doctor of Philosophy in Law,Doctor of Philosophy in Islamic Banking,Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering,Doctor of Philosophy in Education
PhD Programs
Master of Business Administration (Open and Distance Learning)
Online Programs
International Institute for Halal Research and Training (INHART),International Institute of Islamic Thought and Civilization (ISTAC),IIUM Institute of Islamic Banking and Finance (IIiBF)
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA),AACSB,Washington Accord,RIBA
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate35%
IELTS6
TOEFL550
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Highlight extracurricular activities and community service; ensure strong Islamic studies background for specific Kulliyyahs; early application is recommended for international students.

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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Malaysian Ringgit
UG Tuition
RM15,000/yr
per year · MYR
Living Cost
RM18,000/yr
per year · MYR
PG Tuition
RM20,000/yr
per year · MYR
Application Fee
$100
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
RM35,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · MYR
Scholarships AvailableIIUM Ummatic Scholarship,Yayasan Khazanah Scholarship,Malaysian International Scholarship (MIS)
Avg Scholarship$2,500
Financial AidZakat Assistance,PTPTN Loans (Local),Emergency Financial Aid
Work-StudyStudent Part-Time Job Scheme (SPTS)
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Foundations,Bachelor,Master,PhD,Professional Certificates programs total
ProgramLevelDuration
Islamic FinanceBACHELOR3-4 YRS
Shariah LawMASTER1-2 YRS
MedicinePHD3-5 YRS
ArchitectureMBA12-24 MO
EngineeringBACHELOR3-4 YRS
View All Programs →
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$12,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementPetronas,Maybank Islamic,CIMB Islamic,World Bank,OIC Organizations
Industry Connections
Islamic Development BankCentral Bank of Malaysia (BNM)ProtonTelekom Malaysia
Notable Alumni
Adnan Yaakob,Fong Chan Onn,Omar Suleiman,Yasmin Mogahed
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Mahallah (On-campus Residential Colleges)
Sports Facilities
Olympic-sized Swimming Pool,Grand Stand Stadium,Female-only Sports Complex,Archery Range
Student Clubs
IIUM Debating Society,Student Facilitating Team (STAC),Global Ummatic Network
Library Resources
Dar al-Hikmah Library,Digital Repository,Rare Manuscripts Collection
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+,ASEAN University Network (AUN) Exchange,Mevlana Exchange Program
Summer Programs
Global Summer School (GSS),Arabic Language Immersion
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What sets it apart
Triple Leadership Model,International student body from over 100 countries,Integration of Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences
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Funding
Scholarships matched to Malaysia

Below is a curated index of international funding opportunities and external scholarship programs that eligible students may apply for when attending this institution.

Malaysian International Scholarship (MIS) RM 1,500.00 per month living allowance Deadline: June 30 (Varies annually; usually between May and July) → Perdana University Graduate School Scholarship Fully Funded 25% to 100% of Tuition Fees Deadline: Varies by intake (Typically July for September intake and December for February intake) → Sikh Education Foundation Scholarship Varies based on course level; typically between RM 2,000 to RM 10,000 per annum Deadline: Usually July or August annually → UiTM Excellence Scholarship (Biasiswa Kecemerlangan UiTM) Fully Funded Varies between RM 1,000 to RM 30,000 per annum depending on level of study Deadline: Varies (Typically April for March intake and October for September intake) → University of Malaya (UM) Excellence Scholarship Fully Funded Up to 100% tuition waiver plus a monthly stipend of RM 2,000 to RM 3,000 for postgraduate research Deadline: Usually aligns with the academic intake; July for September intake and December for February intake → UTM National Excellence Scholarship (UTM-NES) and International Student Scholarship Fully Funded Up to RM 30,000 per annum depending on level and scheme Deadline: June 30 for Semester I (September) and November 30 for Semester II (February) → View all Malaysia scholarships →
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Questions
Answered
What is the acceptance rate?+
Approximately 35% at International Islamic University Malaysia.
What English score do I need?+
Requirements: IELTS 6 · TOEFL 550.
How much does it cost per year?+
Estimated total cost is RM35,000/yr per year including tuition and living.
Are scholarships available?+
IIUM Ummatic Scholarship,Yayasan Khazanah Scholarship,Malaysian International Scholarship (MIS)
What is the application deadline?+
Fall: July 15. Spring: December 15.
Can I work while studying?+
Student Part-Time Job Scheme (SPTS)
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