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International Islamic University Islamabad

Islamabad, Pakistan

The International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI) is a public research university in Islamabad, Pakistan. Its aim is to transform society by promoting education, training, research, technology, and collaboration for reconstruction of human thought in all its forms on the foundations of Islam.

#801 Ranking
2,000 Academic Staff
29,767 Students
1,500 Students (int'l)
14,612 Students (female)

History

The foundation of the University was laid on November 11, 1980. The University started as an “Islamic University” with only 9 students in its LL.M degree Program and classes being held at the Campus of Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad. The University was upgraded, restructured and reconstituted as an “International Islamic University” in March, 1985.

Education

Faculties at IIUI:

Arabic
Basic and Applied Science
Engineering & Technology
International Institute of Islamic Economics
Usuluddin (Islamic Studies)
Languages & Literature
Management Sciences
Shari'ah and Law
Social Sciences

Research

With a holistic approach, ambitious faculty program and strategies, the International Islamic University has embarked upon a global fleet of development and research in Arabic, Basic Sciences, Engineering & Technology, Business Administration, Economics, Islamic Studies, Languages, Shariah & Law, and Social Sciences.

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International Islamic University Islamabad Scholarships

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Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship Programme

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Aga Khan Foundation

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ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund

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ServiceScape Scholarship

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Fulbright U.S. Student Program

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U.S. government

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Mozida African Master Scholarship

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Mozida Foundation

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Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation

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Women Scholarship for International Students

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World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship

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The Ramsay Centre

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Scholarship for students with disabilities

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Anonymous Hope Fund

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Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

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Anonymous Hope Fund

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Anonymous Hope Fund

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AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid

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American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation

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iVisa Annual Scholarship

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$1,500 Annual Essay Writing Contest Scholarship

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General Scholarships

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Biotin Xtreme Hair Care

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Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria

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Leopold Figl Foundation

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Francesca Norris Memorial Scholarship

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International Society of Women Airline Pilots

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Type Rating Scholarships

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International Society of Women Airline Pilots

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International Conference Scholarship

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University Ranking

World University Rankings by Times Higher Education

2024

801 -200

2023

601

2022

601

World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.

QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities

2024

1201

2023

1201

2022

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QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.

Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report

2024

-

2023

1483

2022

-

Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.

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Housing services

IIUI maintains separate hostels for male and female students. However, availability of seat to newly admitted student is not guaranteed owing to availability of limited number of seats.

Library services

IIUI maintains four well equipped Libraries with Internet facilities and access to international databases and digital libraries. The Central Library maintains all important texts and recommended books.
Reading material is also made available by the Photostat Service Units, and there is a Book Bank on the main Campus of the university lending books to the students on semester basis.

ICT services

Students at the IIU campuses enjoy a computer friendly environment, apart from access to computer in the labs. Research centers and libraries also have proper computer facilities for students.

Medical services

IIUI has well equipped separate Medical Centers for male and female students with a team of qualified doctors for free outdoor treatment of minor ailments. Serious cases are referred to Government Hospitals in Islamabad for hospitalization/treatment.
IIU has set up a pathological laboratory to conduct various tests. The Medical Centers have three ambulances at their disposal for any emergency.

Campus life

The New Campus of IIU is located in the heart of Islamabad, Sector H-10. All the teaching faculties, a Central Library, and a large number of students’ hostels are located here.
The Old Campus is located around the Faisal Mosque in Islamabad. Five institutes and academies, the Dr. Hamidullah Library, two auditoriums and the picturesque Guest House are located on this campus.
University is providing separate and equal educational facilities to the female students. The Female Campus has air-conditioned class rooms, well-equipped laboratories and computer labs. It has two Academic Blocks, seven Hostel Blocks, a Day Care Centre, a spacious cafeteria, shopping stores and a gymnasium.

Sports facilities

IIU encourages participation of students in co-curricular activities. It provides ample of facilities for indoor and outdoor games for boys as well girls. IIU students actively participate in Inter-University competitions.
A modern Gymnasium has been built for female students at their campus. Coaching facilities have also been made available on both Campuses.
Recreation trips are arranged by the faculties for male/female students especially on weekends or during vacations.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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Home contents and baggage
Accidents
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