Islamic University of Madinah, Public Islamic university in Medina, Saudi Arabia
The Islamic University of Madinah is a public institution in Medina Province, Saudi Arabia, dedicated to Islamic studies and academic disciplines. It operates several faculties including Shariah, Arabic Language, Engineering, and Computer Science across a campus along Wadi Al-Aqiq.
King Saud bin Abdulaziz founded the institution in September 1961, opening the College of Sharia as its first academic department. The institution expanded over the following decades, adding technical and linguistic programs.
Students from every continent live together on campus and pursue their religious studies in an international setting that reflects the global reach of Islamic scholarship. The name links the institution to the holy city and its role as a center for Islamic knowledge.
Accepted students receive a comprehensive scholarship covering tuition, housing, and living costs after passing entrance assessments. The academic year follows the traditional calendar with breaks during religious holidays.
Since 2019, the institution has offered online degree programs including a bachelor in Shariah and Arabic language certifications for distance learners. These remote programs allow students worldwide to complete coursework from home without traveling to Medina.
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