Applications are currently being accepted for The International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) Ummatic Scholarship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About IIUM - Ummatic Scholarship
IIUM is a premier Islamic university in Malaysia dedicated to integrating Islamic values with modern knowledge. Through its Endowment Fund, IIUM offers this scholarship to attract top global talent, enhance its reputation in ethical postgraduate research, and support scholars who demonstrate leadership potential and academic excellence. The IIUM Ummatic Scholarship is a fully funded opportunity for international PhD students at the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM). It covers full tuition fees worth up to RM81,400 and provides a monthly stipend of up to RM36,000 over 36 months, enabling scholars to focus entirely on their research and academic growth.
Benefits of IIUM - Ummatic Scholarship
- Full tuition fee waiver worth up to RM81,400.00 for up to six (6) semesters, inclusive of Takaful coverage, Recurrent fees, Evaluation fees and Bench fees (if any).
- Monthly stipend up to RM36,000.00 for a duration of 36 months (6 semesters) or RM1,000.00 per month for all except three (3) CoS, i.e.: International Institute of Islamic Banking and Finance (IIIBF), Kulliyyah of Dentistry (KOD), Kulliyyah of Pharmacy (KOP).
- Accommodation or Mahallah rental, visa, flight, medical exam and documentation are not included in the package.
IIUM - Ummatic Scholarship Requirements
- The applicant must be enrolled in a full-time PhD programme at IIUM.
- The applicant should demonstrate high commitment to Islamic values and manifest leadership potential.
- The applicant must possess an excellent academic track record (Bachelor’s degree with CGPA > 3.70/4.00 AND Master’s degree (by research/mixed mode with CGPA > 3.70/4.00 or equivalent).
- The applicant must be under 30 years old at the time of application.
- The applicant must produce evidence of IELTS score of at least 6.5 OR TOEFL 73-93 (internet based).
- The applicant must not be receiving any other scholarship or financial award.
Application Date and Process
- Click the ‘Apply Now’ button on the official scholarship page.
- Complete the application form via the provided Google Form link.
- Submit all required documents as specified in the application.
Application Deadline
22 July, 2026
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