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Abstract

This study investigates the influence of academic facilities on the performance of university students in Islamabad, with data collected from 385 social sciences students across four institutions: International Islamic University Islamabad, Quaid-i-Azam University, Bahria University, and Air University. Using a quantitative approach, the research examined classroom infrastructure, ICT resources, co-curricular activities, and technology-based tools. Findings reveal strong positive correlations between academic performance and classroom infrastructure (r = 0.730, p < 0.01), co-curricular participation (r = 0.713, p < 0.01), and ICT resources (r = 0.685, p < 0.01). These results confirm that well-equipped classrooms, functional digital libraries, e-learning platforms, and extracurricular opportunities significantly enhance motivation, engagement, and achievement. The analysis also highlights disparities between public and private universities: while public institutions show stronger library provisions, private universities offer more advanced ICT and recreational facilities. Such imbalances point to inequities in learning opportunities, underscoring the need for balanced resource allocation. Overall, the study demonstrates that student-centred and technologically advanced facilities not only improve academic outcomes but also contribute to equity and inclusion in higher education. These findings provide practical implications for policymakers, administrators, and educators, emphasizing investment in infrastructure, balanced resource distribution, and sustainable facility management to foster student success.