The Islamic University of Madinah (IUM) offers fully funded scholarships to international students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees.
IUM, one of the top universities in the Islamic world, was founded in 1961 by royal edict. It seeks to impart Islamic knowledge and contemporary sciences to worthy Muslim youngsters worldwide. The Madinah, Saudi Arabia-based university is a great destination for both academic and personal development because it provides cutting-edge facilities, spiritual enrichment, and a learning environment.
Brief Details About External Scholarships at the Islamic University of Madinah 2025–2026 In Saudi Arabia:
- Degree: Bachelor’s & Master’s
- Provider: Islamic University of Madinah (IUM)
- Funded: Fully Funded
- Deadline: Master’s: 31 October 2025, Bachelor’s: 14 June 2025
- Location: Saudi Arabia
Financial Gains:
Monthly stipend, A two-month settling allowance upon arrival
Bonus for three months of book shipping for students who graduate
annual allotment for books and references (during regular study periods only)
There is a discount on round-trip economy airfare every school year.
Services for Learners:
- The university offers free housing.
- Subsidized meals
- The accessibility of the central library
- Free health care
- Academic mentoring and support participation in artistic and scientific pursuits
- Every day, there is free transportation to the Prophet’s Mosque.
Campus amenities: - Booksellers and retail centers
- Restaurants and fast food establishments
- Saudi Airlines’ office and travel agency
- The post office and student service facilities
Qualifications:
For whom is this scholarship open?
- A non-Saudi national from any nation is required.
- Undergraduate candidates: 17–25 years old
- finished high school, which requires twelve years of study.
- Fit both physically and medically
- Candidates for master’s degrees must have a bachelor’s degree and a GPA of at least 3.75/5.
- Required GRE/TOEFL scores:
- Non-Gulf candidates: 450+ on the TOEFL-PBT; 130+ on the GRE Quant
- Gulf applicants: QIYAS PG General Aptitude score of 65+
- All non-Arabic speakers must be proficient in English.
How Do I Apply?
- Visit the Study in Saudi website, which is linked below, to access the official application portal.
- Make an account and fill out the application online. Upload all necessary files.
- Send in your application and keep an eye on your portal or email for updates.
- There is no application fee needed.
