Why study a Bachelor or Master in Iran

Study in Iran

Iranians highly prioritize their education, they seek the best education degrees and their educational systems are continuously improving. There are a number on institutions and the degrees offered vary. The current focus of Iranian universities is to move up on the spectrum of international universities globally. At Iran you will be surprised to find that more than 65% of students are female even though there are restrictions put in place for them as they cannot register to all courses.

Why should you study in Iran?

There are many reasons why Iran should be your study destination; first and foremost, the high hospitality of Iranians will not leave if feeling home-sick. They take pride in being community of welcoming citizens. Secondly, the rich culture of Iran will leave you with a lot to discover and the food will not leave you disappointed as the Iranian cuisine is known for its plentiful delicacies.

 

How much does it cost?

The tuition cost in Iran is not the same anywhere, there are a number of universities offering many degrees and programs of study and so the tuition varies widely. Public universities charge less for tuition; for an inexpensive university you are likely going to pay around $900 and for an expensive university you may pay up to $7000, annually.

 

 

 

Living in Iran

You will view the world from a different perspective when applying to school at Iran, you become exposed to numerous new things to the extent that you will very likely leave with new your own perspectives about the world. Universities in Iran make sure that you enjoy your time studying there and make the most out of being there. You will find that a number of social activities are put in place for you to allow you to engage with other students and learn about your travel destination. Sports programs are the most popular among international students, major related excursions and organized tours by your school of choice will allow you settle in quickly.

 

Accommodation

Several accommodation options exist in Iran; there is always the option of contacting your university for them to help you with accommodation and this way you will get to meet other international students quickly, be close to your campus and head with a certainty that the accommodation awaits you and that it is not a scam. Another option is for you to rent individually; be sure of the following, your rental must be close to your university, the tenant must be a verified tenant and the website should be trusted. Iran is an Islamic country, be sure that no family will allow you to rent a room at their house is there are female member within their family. Thus, the idea of individual renting may cost you a bit more than renting with your university. The average one-bedroom apartment near the city will likely cost you around $500 excluding utilities and will likely be less for an apartment that is not near the center.

 

Other costs of living

Costs of living in Iran are generally lower than that of the United Sates, almost 48% lower. Students heading there on a low budget will get along there just fine. These are the prices you will see at the supermarkets; $0.91 for milk, $0.55 for a standard loaf of bread, $1.13 for 1kgs of apples and $1.52 for 1kg of bananas. As for utilities; a monthly budget of $40 will suffice.

Universities in Iran

At Iran you will find that there are many universities available and offering excellent education. Education is highly valued and all academic departments are assisted with research centers and providing non-academic assistance to international students as well.

Degrees available

There are many degree studies available at Iran, the most prestigious degrees there are in medical science, technology and agriculture. The universities there also offer degrees which are not found anywhere else in the world with such quality; such as a degree in Islamic studies.

Top ranked universities

• University of Tehran

The university of Tehran is one of the oldest in Iran; it was founded in 1934 and has been growing and excelling since then. The university has a total of eight campuses as no one campus can be enough for the number of degrees and courses this university offers as well as the 45,000 enrolled students. The university’s best offered degrees are in the fields of science and technology. There is a total of four faculties at UT, nine colleges and the research centers are exceeding 60. Additionally, the university is divided into 160 educational departments with over 500 laboratories. The facilities at UT matched with the quality of education at these various degrees and programs have made this the top ranked in the country.

• Tehran University of Medical Sciences

The University is a lead in the various programs it offers; at Tehran University of Medical Sciences you can apply for an undergraduate studies, graduate studies, Post-Doc, training and seasonal programs, medical electives and clinical attachments. For undergraduate applicants you will find that there is a total of sixteen majors in the field of medical sciences for you to select from; while for graduate studies there is a total of forty-five graduate study option. There university also offers numerous nonacademic facilities for students including the labs, practical trainings, sports programs and much more. The university has two study abroad programs and global collaborations with other universities to ensure that the education provided at TUMS continues to shine.

 

• Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences

The university was established in 1960 and is founded in the capital city of Iran, it specializes in offering degrees relating to medical sciences and is the second best in the country for medical degrees. This public university is where 15,000 students pursue and education and the university offers them the chance to become enrolled in undergraduate, graduate and post graduate degrees. The university highly values research and so it has a total of 5 research institutes on campus, 76 research centers and 12 educational hospital buildings as they believe in practical learning.

 

• Ferdowsi University of Mashhad

Ferdowsi University of Mashhad was founded in 1949 and per the name, it is located in the city Ferdowsi and not the capital city. The university is divided into different faculties and departments there are thirteen different schools, ranging from agriculture, education, engineering and sciences, offering a number degree and specializations for students with the assist of a vast range of research centers. The university’s most prestigious department is their international relations department. Additionally, they provide assistance to international students through a designated office.

 

Examples of other universities

There is a number of other universities which are available for international study at Iran, they are Shahid Beheshti university, which is the other branch for university but is non-medical, Iran University of Science and Technology and University of Applied Science and Technology. The universes are located in the capital city.

Student Visa - Iran

Any citizen willing to visit Iran must present apply for a visa before arriving. You will require an “E type” visa for your desired travel purposes. You will need to present a certificate of eligibility for a student status along with your visa application. Other required documents will include:

• Valid identification
• Proof of sufficient funds
• Medical insurance
• Travel insurance
• Recent photos
• Round-trip flight ticket

There are other documents which may be required depending on your home country, you must check with the embassy or embassy office in your country.

How to apply - Iran

After finding a university which offers the desired degree for your study, you must start your application procedure and after you finalize that step, your visa procedures must begin. Contact your nearest visa office and you will be required to present the finalized documents from your university along with your visa application.

Scholarship in Iran

There are different types of scholarships for students who wish to study at Iran; there are fully funded scholarships awarded to students who present test-scores demonstrating nothing less than excellence, these can be awarded to local students as well and international students. Additionally, universities also present scholarships to students depending on their required program of study.