International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM)

IIUM's main campus is on a 700-acre site at Jalan Gombak in the Kuala Lumpur area, known for its Islamic architecture and the landmark Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Mosque. IIUM also runs several campuses across Malaysia, including medical-focused campuses in Kuantan and Gambang (Pahang), Kuala Lumpur city campuses, and a language and tourism campus in Pagoh, Johor.

As a government-sponsored public university, IIUM is more affordable than most private universities — arts & social sciences programs run around RM 13,600–15,000 per year and engineering around RM 27,000–31,000, with an overall international range of roughly RM 15,000–30,000/year. There are also application, EMGS, hostel and Personal Bond costs. Figures change each intake, so your free YSTC consultation confirms the exact current fee for your shortlist.

Yes. IIUM is accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) and recognised by Malaysia's Ministry of Higher Education, with professional accreditation for its law, pharmacy and engineering programmes (including EAC recognition delegated by the Board of Engineers Malaysia). It's a member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities and other international bodies and ranks

IIUM is best known for integrating Islamic values with modern academic disciplines, and it's ranked among the top 25 in the world for Theology, Divinity and Religious Studies (QS by Subject 2026) — among the highest globally in that field. It also teaches mainly in English (and is widely reported as one of only two Malaysian public universities to do so), with strong programmes in engineering, law, medicine, pharmacy and business and a student body from over 100 countries.

IIUM runs semester-based intakes through the year, and the exact dates depend on your programme and campus. YSTC will confirm the next available intake and the application deadlines for your chosen course.

Yes — and getting started is completely free. We'll help you choose the right course, prepare and submit your application and documents, confirm the current fees, and manage your Malaysian Student Pass (visa) via EMGS from start to finish.

Scholarship and financial-aid availability changes each intake and by programme. The best move is a free YSTC consultation, where we'll check which scholarships or awards you may qualify for and help you apply at no cost.

Most programmes ask for around IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 550 for undergraduate study (postgraduate varies by course). Because IIUM teaches in English, the requirement matters — and if you don't yet meet it, foundation and pathway options are available so you can still progress. YSTC will confirm exactly what your chosen course needs.

Yes. English is IIUM's main language of instruction (Arabic is used for Islamic-sciences courses), so international students can study without learning Malay first — and it's widely reported as one of only two Malaysian public universities to teach mainly in English. This also means your qualification is globally portable.

IIUM offers on-campus residential colleges (housing around 80% of full-time undergraduates) and there are nearby housing options around the Gombak campus, with the Klang Valley's wider rental market close by. Costs depend on the room type — YSTC will walk you through the current options and a realistic monthly budget for your intake.

Living costs in the Klang Valley are moderate and generally far lower than in the UK, US or Australia — total annual cost including living is often cited around RM 20,000–35,000. Your exact budget depends on your lifestyle and housing choice, so YSTC will give you a personalised monthly estimate alongside your tuition figures, free of charge.

International students in Malaysia may be allowed to work part-time during semester breaks and holidays under specific conditions set by Immigration, usually with university approval. The rules can change, so we'll explain the current, accurate position for your situation during your free consultation rather than rely on outdated info.

IIUM is one of Malaysia's most international universities, with students from over 100 countries making up around a fifth of the campus, a values-centred community, affordable public-university fees, and an English-medium environment that's easy to settle into. YSTC can share current student-support and safety details and connect your questions to real student experiences.