Riphah International University is a private sector university located in Islamabad, Pakistan. Riphah University was established in 2002 by the Islamic International Medical College Trust. It is recognized by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan and chartered by the federal government of Pakistan.

Apart from the main campus in Islamabad, Riphah University has campuses in other cities of Pakistan, including Lahore, Faisalabad, Rawalpindi, and Karachi. Riphah University offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in various disciplines, including medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, engineering, management sciences, social sciences, computer science, and more.

Riphah University encourages research and innovation across its faculties. It aims to contribute to scientific knowledge and address societal challenges through research activities. The university is known for its commitment to providing quality education, research facilities, and modern teaching methodologies. It focuses on producing skilled professionals and promoting critical thinking among students.

Riphah International University, Islamabad, offers scholarships to support deserving students based on academic merit, financial need, and specific criteria.

Riphah International University (RIU) is ranked #601-800th in the World University Rankings 2023 by Times Higher Education. It is also ranked #201-250th in the Young University Rankings 2023 and #196th in the Asia University Rankings 2023.