MalaysiaQS #613SelangorPublic UniversityTaught in Arabic, EnglishFully FundedTuition from MYR 45,265 for the whole programmeInternational Islamic University Malaysia
الجامعة الإسلامية الدولية في ماليزيا
ForsaEduforsaedu.comAbout the scholarship program
The International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) welcomes students from more than 100 countries and, through its finance division, offers scholarships and aid to needy and high-achieving students, alongside awards from external donors and charitable foundations advertised through the university. Benefits and eligibility vary by scholarship. Opportunities are listed on the finance division's scholarships page.
Information last verified: October 13, 2026Official source
Tuition for international students
Total programme fees for international undergraduates: from RM 45,265 (Nursing, 3 years) to RM 387,540 (Dentistry, 5 years); Medicine RM 383,940. Sales and Service Tax (SST) applies to international students from 1 July 2025.
Admission for international students
2 accepted exams
Admission for international students
2 accepted exams
Accepted exams and minimum scores
- IELTSAll levels6.0
For programmes taught in English.
- TOEFLAll levels550 (PBT)
Applicants may be asked to attend an interview or entrance test. Without IELTS/TOEFL you can sit the IIUM English Placement Test (EPT, minimum 6.0) or take IIUM language courses.
Official admission announcementAvailable programmes
Each programme has its own requirements, documents and benefits. Open it to see them in full with the application steps:
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IIUM Postgraduate Ummatic Scholarship (PhD) 2027
PhDFully Funded44 majorsNext cycle not announced yet
Life and living
Selangor · Malaysia
Life and living
Selangor · Malaysia
Living in Selangor
Malaysia’s most populous state, surrounding Kuala Lumpur, with university towns such as Shah Alam, Petaling Jaya and Serdang and many public and private universities.
Student housing
Universities help students find housing on campus (residential colleges) or in shared flats. EMGS estimates food at about USD 200 and transport at about USD 15 a month.
Transport for students
Rapid Bulanan 30-day pass: RM150 for unlimited Rapid KL rail and bus, open to non-citizens. The RM50 My50 pass and the 50% student concession are for Malaysians only (2026).
Top landmarks
Batu Caves
Chainwit. · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Mosque
Lerdsuwa · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Putrajaya (next door)
Stefan Fussan · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Sunway City
Cmglee · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Last verified: October 2026
Sources:DOSM – Department of Statistics MalaysiaMalay Mail – Rapid KL passes 2026EMGS – Cost of living in Malaysia
Studying and living in Malaysia
Costs and living
Tuition for international students varies widely by university and programme, and many universities publish it for the whole programme: • Public universities: for example, a bachelor’s at UTM costs about RM 46,000–76,000 in total, and at USM US$1,560–3,125 per semester; medicine costs much more. • Private universities: usually RM 65,000–165,000 for a whole bachelor’s, with international discounts of 10–50%. • A 6% Sales and Service Tax (SST) has applied to international students’ fees at many universities since July 2025. Living costs: about RM 1,500–2,600 a month (around US$320–560): accommodation RM 400–800, food 600–900, transport 100–200, utilities and internet 100–200, personal 200–400. Off-campus housing (2–3-bedroom flat) costs RM 700–1,500 a month plus a three-month deposit.
Working while studying
International students at universities may work part-time up to 20 hours a week with prior Immigration approval; EMGS and universities state this applies during semester breaks. Work is allowed only in approved sectors: restaurants, petrol stations, mini-markets, hotels and on campus. Working as a cashier, singer, musician, masseur, receptionist or student-recruitment agent is not allowed, and breaking the rules can lead to cancellation of the student pass. Credit-bearing internships are permitted. Family: master’s and PhD students can bring a spouse and children on dependant passes; dependants may not work.
Last verified: October 2026· Source
Guide to studying in MalaysiaFaculties and programmes
16 faculties · 51 programmes
Faculties and programmes
16 faculties · 51 programmes
Programmes taught at each faculty, with study levels and teaching language where the university publishes them. Admission and funding differ per programme.
AbdulHamid AbuSulayman Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences
BachelorMasterPhDARArabicENEnglish- AnthropologyEN
- HistoryEN
- JournalismEN
- Languages and Literature
- Political ScienceEN
- PsychologyEN
- SociologyEN
- Theology & Religious Studies
Kulliyyah of Information and Communication Technology
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Computer Science
- Information Technology (IT)
Kulliyyah of Engineering
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Aerospace Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Materials Science & Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
Kulliyyah of Architecture and Environmental Design
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Architectural Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Geography
- Graphic Design· Bachelor
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Kulliyyah of Economics and Management Sciences
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Accounting
- Business Management
- Economics
- Finance
Ahmad Ibrahim Kulliyyah of Laws
BachelorMasterPhDARArabicENEnglish- Corporate Law
- Criminal Law
- Human Rights Law
- International Law
Kulliyyah of Education
BachelorMasterPhDARArabicENEnglish- Curriculum & Instruction
- Educational Psychology· Master, PhDEN
- Special Education· Master, PhDEN
Kulliyyah of Allied Health Sciences
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Medical Laboratory Sciences
- Nutrition and Dietetics
- Physical Therapy
Kulliyyah of Science
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Biology
- Chemistry
- Environmental Science
- Mathematics
- Physics
Kulliyyah of Pharmacy
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Pharmacy
Kulliyyah of Dentistry
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Dentistry
Kulliyyah of Nursing
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Nursing
Kulliyyah of Medicine
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- General Medicine
- Public Health· Master, PhD
Kulliyyah of Sustainable Tourism and Contemporary Languages
BachelorARArabicENEnglish- Hospitality ManagementEN
- Languages and Literature
IIUM Institute of Islamic Banking and Finance (IIiBF)
MasterPhDENEnglish- Finance
International Institute of Islamic Thought and Civilisation (ISTAC-IIUM)
MasterPhDARArabicENEnglish- History
- Philosophy
- Theology & Religious Studies
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps.
Funding type: Fully Funded. Announced benefits: Full tuition waiver, RM1,000 monthly allowance.
Next cycle not announced yet. Follow the official website for updates.
Required documents: Online scholarship application, Transcripts, publications and IELTS result.
Apply directly on the official website: https://division.iium.edu.my/finance/scholarship/. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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