Welcome to the Islamic University of Minnesota
Empowering students with high-quality Islamic education, enriching lives through faith-based learning, and fostering an inclusive, united community that thrives on knowledge, ethics, and collaboration.
"Seeking knowledge is an obligation upon every Muslim."
Prophetic Legacy • Authentic Tradition
Experience comprehensive Islamic education that combines traditional scholarship with modern accessibility
Comprehensive Islamic Programs
From Associate to Ph.D. degrees, specialize in Aqeedah, Qur'anic Sciences, Hadith Studies, or Fiqh/Jurisprudence.
- Aqeedah (Islamic Creed)
- Qur'anic Sciences
- Hadith Studies
- Fiqh/Jurisprudence
Flexible Study Options
Join live online sessions with faculty or follow self-paced learning that adapts to your schedule.
Affordable Tuition
With monthly tuition starting at just $129, Islamic higher education remains accessible worldwide.
Average: $2,580 per degree program
Academic Programs
Structured pathways from foundational knowledge to advanced scholarship
Plus: Qur'an Memorization & Ijaza Certification Programs
View All ProgramsAcademic Chancellery & Trust
Leading the University with authentic standards
Prof. Dr. Walid bin Idris Al-menisi
Founder / University President
Dr. Walid Al-menisi oversees the intellectual, theological, and strategic trajectory of IUM, ensuring the high preservation of classical methodologies while maintaining active modern research benchmarks.
Professors and lecturers are carefully vetted and selected by President Walid Al-menisi. A strict scholastic peer review ensures each module complies with moderate Ahl-as-Sunnah methodology.
Voices of Global Researchers
Studying at IUM has allowed me to balance professional clinical duties in London with a deeply authentic seeking of sacred knowledge. The rigor of classical texts taught by accredited professors via live modules is unparalleled.
Dr. Tarik Al-Mansour
Medical Practitioner & Master of Hadith Student
United Kingdom
The University represents the ideal synthesis of timeless tradition and technological convenience. The research environment is supportive, structured, and challenges students to construct academic work of high standard.
Amina Al-Zahrani
PhD Candidate in Quranic Sciences
Saudi Arabia (Remote)
What sets IUM apart is the moderate, balanced methodology. It avoids extremes, fosters community, and empowers graduates with research-oriented tools to address pressing modern ethical questions.
Imam Bilal Mukhtar
Community Director & B.A in Fiqh Graduate
United States (Minnesota Office)
Academic Integrity & Moderation Guarantee
The Islamic University of Minnesota strictly follows standard educational models. We avoid sectarian conflict and emphasize humanitarian and intercultural dialogue, fostering positive and productive graduates who serve their local communities.
Begin Your Academic Journey at IUM
Start your path towards advanced Islamic scholarship. Submit your application and our admissions team will review your candidacy.