Quick Summary
Situated in Isfahan, Iran, Isfahan University of Technology is a public established in 1974. Ranked #480-490 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 10500 students including 1.5% from outside Iran. Known for strengths in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 5%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
One of the most prestigious engineering schools in the Middle East with a campus modeled after MIT.
Subject Strengths
Mechanical EngineeringCivil EngineeringChemical EngineeringAgriculture and ForestryEnvironmental Sciences
Founded1974
TypePublic
Total Students10500
Intl Students1.5%
Faculty Ratio21
CampusSuburban
Campus Size2300 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationMinistry of Science, Research and Technology of Iran
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#480-490
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601–800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#401-500
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Graduate, Doctorate, Professional Certifications
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Limited short courses and MOOCs
Online Programs
Subsea Science & Technology Center, Steel Research Center, Information and Communication Technology Research Institute
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Ministry of Science, Research and Technology of Iran
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate5%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot mandatory but recommended for PhD
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · June 30
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on high mathematical scores in national exams; international students should have a strong research proposal for postgraduate studies.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Iranian Rial
UG Tuition
$2,200/yr
per year · IRR
Living Cost
$3,000/yr
per year · IRR
PG Tuition
$3,500/yr
per year · IRR
Application Fee
$50
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$6,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials · IRR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$1,200
Financial AidAvailable for top-ranked international students
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Graduate, Doctorate, Professional Certifications programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Computer Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Material Science | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$18,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong industry-led internship programs are mandatory for engineering students
Industry Connections
Mobarakeh Steel CompanyIsfahan Oil RefineryEsfahan Steel Company
Notable Alumni
Mohammad-Reza Aref, Mohammad-Ali Najafi, Ahmadreza Jalali
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic-sized swimming pool, multi-purpose indoor halls, football stadium, tennis courts
Student Clubs
Scientific Associations, Cultural Clubs, Robotics Club, Film and Theatre Society
Library Resources
Central library with 250,000+ volumes and access to IEEE, ScienceDirect, and Scopus
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available