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Islamic University of Madinah
Madinah, Saudi Arabia
"An international Islamic university in Madinah with many foreign students"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#1001 (QS)
PSW VISA
N/A
About Islamic University of Madinah
The Islamic University of Madinah was founded in 1961 and has a long tradition of teaching international students from many countries, most of them on government scholarships. It is known for Quranic studies, Hadith, Sharia, Dawah and Arabic language, and also has science and engineering colleges. It was included in the QS World University Rankings 2027.
Rankings & Recognition
#1001
Ranked 1001-1200 in the QS World University Rankings 2027, one of 22 Saudi universities in the ranking.
Accreditations & Memberships
Ministry of Education, Saudi Arabia
Study in Saudi platform
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Islamic University of Madinah's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
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Employer Reputation
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Faculty Student Ratio
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Citations per Faculty
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Key Facts
1961
Founded
Madinah
City
Many international
Students
Islamic studies, Arabic
Strength
Ranked (2027)
QS
Popular Programs
Quranic Studies
Hadith
Sharia
Dawah
Arabic Language
Engineering
Application Details
Application Route
Study in Saudi portal
Application Fee
None (public)
2026-27 Deadline
21 May 2026
Scholarship
Fully funded
Age (UG)
approx. 30 or under
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
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Language
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Arabic or English test by programme |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
92%
I-20 Processing
Student visa (university / MoE)
Post-Study Work
N/A
Green Card Pathway
N/A
Financials
Application Fee
No application fee
Avg Scholarship
Fully funded (Study in Saudi)
Career Outcomes
3%
Placement Ratio
N/A
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Teaching Language — Arabic
Language support — Arabic preparatory programme
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Islamic University of Madinah is in Madinah, Saudi Arabia, with on-campus facilities for students.
Campus Details
1961
founded
17.3k
students
77%
international students
1001-1200
in QS 2027
Fully
funded scholarships incl. housing & stipend
Wadi
Al-Aqiq campus in west Madinah
Campus Forecast
Hot desert climate
Extremely hot summers (40-45°C)
Mild winters (12-25°C)
Almost no rainfall
Occasional dust storms
Best weather Nov-Feb
Student Life & Housing
Housing
On-campus student housing (free for scholarship students)
Dining
Subsidised campus meals
Health & Wellness
Free healthcare at university clinics / hospitals
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports
Cultural events
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
International Students
Countries Represented
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition (scholarship students)
Free (government funded)
Monthly stipend
approx. SAR 850-1,500 (by level)
Housing
Free on-campus (scholarship)
Annual flight
Return ticket (scholarship)
Intakes & Deadlines
The academic year starts in late August / September. International scholarship applications run through the Study in Saudi portal; the 2026-27 round closed on 21 May 2026, so expect a similar window around May 2027.
Scholarships at Islamic University of Madinah
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Indian Class 12 (attested) with good marks; age approx. 30 or under; Arabic or English by programme.
Postgraduate
Recognised bachelor's in a related field; recommendation letters; language as per programme.
English Proficiency
Language
Arabic or English test by programmeRequired Documents
Passport (6+ months validity)
Class 10 and 12 certificates (attested)
Bachelor degree + transcripts (PG)
Medical fitness certificate
Police clearance certificate
Passport photos
English / Arabic test (by programme)
Recommendation letters (PG)
Application Process
1
Create account
Register on the Study in Saudi portal (studyinsaudi.moe.gov.sa).
2
Choose university
Select Islamic University of Madinah and your programme.
3
Upload documents
Upload passport, certificates, medical and police clearance.
4
Ministry review
The Ministry of Education reviews and forwards to the university.
5
Admission & visa
Accept the scholarship; the university processes your student visa.
6
Arrive
Travel with the provided ticket and get your Iqama.
Campus & Location
Islamic University of Madinah is in Madinah, Saudi Arabia, with on-campus facilities for students.
Bachelor's
1
Diploma
1
Islamic University of Madinah
📍 Madinah
Diploma
Arabic Language Institute
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