International Islamic University, Islamabad vs Quaid-i-Azam University - QAU vs Islamabad Medical and Dental College - IMDC vs Riphah International University vs Capital University of Science and Technology - CUST

Side-by-side comparison from 72 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Capital University of Science and Technology - CUST (4.80)
International Islamic University, Islamabad: wins 3/7 categories
Quaid-i-Azam University - QAU: wins 1/7 categories
Islamabad Medical and Dental College - IMDC: wins 0/7 categories
Riphah International University: wins 3/7 categories
Capital University of Science and Technology - CUST: wins 0/7 categories
Abasyn University Islamabad Campus: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Statistics
Best programme: Biochemistry
Best programme: Computer Science
Best programme: Biotechnology
Category ratings
Facilities
4.04
3.38
Not rated
4.08
Win
3.80
Not rated
Location
4.65
Win
4.19
Not rated
4.08
2.80
Not rated
Professors
4.16
4.21
Not rated
4.31
Win
4.00
Not rated
Internationality
4.04
Win
3.90
Not rated
4.00
3.20
Not rated
Student life
3.96
4.31
Win
Not rated
4.17
3.60
Not rated
Value
3.84
4.48
Not rated
4.54
Win
3.60
Not rated
Accommodation
4.24
Win
3.46
Not rated
3.77
2.80
Not rated
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Supportive and dedicated faculty
  • +Enriching curriculum and academic growth
  • +Diverse community and shared values
  • +Strong academic programs and research focus.
  • +Highly cooperative and approachable faculty.
  • +Sense of community and belonging among students.

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  • +High quality education and knowledgeable professors
  • +Modern facilities and conducive learning environment
  • +Supportive atmosphere and vibrant campus life
  • +Strong academic programs and knowledgeable, supportive faculty.
  • +Valuable development of critical soft skills and personal confidence.
  • +Scholarships and diverse program offerings.

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Cons
  • -Poor quality of teaching, outdated curriculum, and lack of concept clarity.
  • -Negative faculty attitudes and administrative issues like favoritism.
  • -Unsafe or problematic hostel environment.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause student difficulties.
  • -Outdated or insufficient facilities hinder the student experience.

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  • -Administrative and management issues are a frequent source of frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are often cited.
  • -Communication breakdowns and lack of clear information are significant problems.
  • -Administrative and management issues create frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and insufficient resources hinder learning.
  • -Ineffective teaching and lack of support negatively impact student experience.

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Rating summary
What students say

The university garners positive marks across several aspects, with location standing out as its strongest feature. Student life, though generally good, received the lowest rating among the surveyed categories. Facilities and internationality are rated similarly well, while professors and accommodation also score favorably. The value proposition is also a notable area for consideration.

Excelling in student life and value, this university receives particularly high marks for its student experience and perceived worth. Professors and location also score well, indicating positive aspects in these areas. However, facilities and accommodation represent the lower-rated categories, suggesting potential areas for improvement. Internationality is rated moderately.

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This university garners strong praise, particularly for its **Value**, achieving the highest rating. Professors are also highly regarded. While student life and location receive solid scores, and internationality is well-received, the **Accommodations** emerge as the relatively weakest area, though still rated above average. Facilities also perform well.

This university's ratings show a mixed performance. Academics and campus experience are notable strengths, with Professors receiving a high mark of 4 and Student Life scoring a respectable 3.6. However, the university faces challenges in its physical environment and student support, as indicated by lower scores for Location and Accommodation, both at 2.8. Internationality and Value are moderately rated.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

Approximately 74% of reviews are positive, highlighting transformative academic and personal growth, supportive faculty, and a diverse community. Some negative feedback, around 16%, mentions issues like outdated courses and faculty concerns.

Approximately 74% of 29 reviews are positive, highlighting academic excellence, research emphasis, and inspiring learning environments. A single negative review, about 3.5%, mentioned financial issues impacting student facilities.

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With a 4.62/5 average rating from 13 reviews, ~100% of feedback is positive. Students highlight a strong learning environment, knowledgeable professors, and excellent facilities. No negative feedback was provided.

With a 4.8/5 average rating from 5 reviews, students highlight strong academics and knowledgeable, supportive faculty. Scholarship opportunities are also a significant positive. No negative feedback was provided.

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Rating distribution
5★
40%
45%
0%
62%
80%
0%
4★
28%
34%
0%
38%
20%
0%
3★
16%
17%
0%
0%
0%
0%
2★
12%
3%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
4%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
Most useful review
Most liked
A great experience

I've completed my bachelor's degree in IIUI , and I think it was a great experience for me. Especially professors are really nice a d professional in class. They do their best to give the most relevant information to the students. The department stuff and teachers are kind and friendly. They don't have class issues, they are really helpful. I'd really a great experience with my department which is language and literature. There always had an event such as presentations about great writers , poem sessions which were my favourite. The only issue I have experienced there was with the administration office because documents take really long time and need a strong patient. But rest was good. İf you get chance to study there I'd suggest you to take that chance. Best of luck.

Good University

Quaid-i-Azam University is a very good option for the students of Pakistan. It is the best university of Pakistan. I belong to psychology department and have completed my masters from this university in mid 2020. It is a public university. The university has best Natural sciences department in whole Pakistan. Talking about its professors they are one of the most talented professors of Pakistan. Talking about its international status again being the best university in Pakistan. Many students from Asia and Africa comes to Quaid-i-Azam university. The location of this university is very good as it is present in Islamabad the capital of Pakistan. The university area wise is huge. Talking about its student life its not very good nor very bad either the main problem is religions groups of the university that are the main problem. Accommodation is poor hostels are present but i personally would prefer talking hostel outside of campus. Facilities are present and are good.

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