Al-Azhar Globally
For over a thousand years, Al-Azhar has welcomed students from around the world, serving as a civilizational bridge connecting peoples and cultures
100+
Countries
65K
International Students
50+
Partner Universities
7
Teaching Languages
Al-Azhar Around the World
Al-Azhar's influence extends to every continent, welcoming students from over 100 countries and providing scholarships and diverse educational programs that serve Muslim communities worldwide.
Africa
25,000+
students from 40+ countries
Asia
20,000+
students from 30+ countries
Europe
5,000+
students from 15+ countries
Americas
3,000+
students from 10+ countries
Middle East
12,000+
students from 15+ countries
Partner Universities
Oxford University
Cambridge University
Sorbonne University
University of Tokyo
Harvard University
Al-Qarawiyyin University
University of Cape Town
Peking University
Preserving Islamic Heritage
Al-Azhar plays a pivotal role in preserving and disseminating Islamic heritage globally through digitizing manuscripts, establishing specialized research centers, and training imams and scholars from around the world.