Al Azhar University, South Jakarta

Al Azhar University (Universitas Al Azhar Indonesia, UAI) is a private Islamic higher education institution located in South Jakarta, Indonesia. Established in August 2000, UAI operates under the Al-Azhar Islamic Boarding School (YPI) Foundation, aiming to integrate Islamic values with modern knowledge.

Key Highlights

  • Established in 2000, Al Azhar University is a private Islamic university.
  • It is accredited as "Unggul" (Excellent) by the National Accreditation Board for Higher Education (BAN-PT).
  • UAI offers 6 faculties with 19 undergraduate programs, 5 master's programs, and 1 doctoral program.
  • The university has a moderately selective admission policy with an acceptance rate of 70-79%.
  • The primary language of instruction for most programs is Bahasa Indonesia.
  • UAI's campus includes a library, laboratories, a mosque, and sports facilities.
  • In 2022, UAI was ranked 68th among the Top Islamic Universities globally by uniRank.
  • UAI was ranked 87th among the best universities in Indonesia and top 10 in Jakarta for output indicators in 2020 by the Ministry of Education and Culture.

Location & Connectivity

Al Azhar University is situated on Jalan Sisingamangaraja, Kebayoran Baru, South Jakarta, strategically located in a central urban area. The campus is accessible via private vehicles and various public transportation options, including TransJakarta busway, with a bus stop directly in front of the Grand Mosque of Al-Azhar. The MRT ASEAN Station is also a public transport option for reaching the university.

Facilities

The university provides a range of academic and non-academic facilities. These include a comprehensive library with a computerized operation system, state-of-the-art laboratories for various disciplines (such as computer, engineering, environmental science, language, communication, and psychology), a mosque, prayer rooms, a student center, and sports facilities.

Relevance

Al Azhar University plays a role in shaping its surroundings by contributing to education with an emphasis on integrating Islamic values with modern knowledge. It serves as a center for the development of science and character building, producing graduates with integrity and proficiency in science, technology, faith, and piety. The university also engages in research and community service.

Nearby

Notable areas and facilities nearby include the Al-Azhar Grand Mosque, which is directly adjacent to the university campus. The university's location in Kebayoran Baru, South Jakarta, places it near various amenities and residential options.

Data Table

CategoryDetail
POI TypeUniversity
Established2000
AccreditationUnggul (Excellent) by BAN-PT
Total Faculties6
Undergraduate Programs19
Master Programs5
Doctoral Programs1
Acceptance Rate70-79%
Primary Language of InstructionBahasa Indonesia
LocationKebayoran Baru, South Jakarta

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