Quick Summary
Situated in Tehran, Iran, Islamic Azad University is a private established in 1982. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 1200000 students including 3.5% from outside Iran. Known for strengths in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 65%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Highly affordable tuition, vast geographic reach across Iran, and strong research output in STEM fields.
Subject Strengths
Petroleum EngineeringMechanical EngineeringCivil EngineeringChemical Engineering
Founded1982
TypePrivate
Total Students1200000
Intl Students3.5%
Faculty Ratio28
CampusUrban/Suburban
Campus SizeVaries by branch (400+ branches)
Affiliated Hospitals50
AccreditationMinistry of Science, Research and Technology of Iran
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1001-1200
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1001-1200
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#401-500
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Engineering, Medicine, Humanities, Basic Sciences, Agriculture, Art and Architecture
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
150
Research Centers
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 Rate65%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA2.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline ยท August 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline ยท January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on the national entrance exam (Konkur) performance for competitive branches; international students should apply directly through the international portal.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Iranian Rial
UG Tuition
๏ทผ400,000,000/yr
per year ยท IRR
Living Cost
๏ทผ1,500,000,000/yr
per year ยท IRR
PG Tuition
๏ทผ750,000,000/yr
per year ยท IRR
Application Fee
$20
one time ยท USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
๏ทผ2,000,000,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials ยท IRR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Engineering, Medicine, Humanities, Basic Sciences, Agriculture, Art and Architecture programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Architecture | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Medicine | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Law | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Management | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$5,500
Average Salary After Graduation
72%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh in local engineering and medical sectors
Industry Connections
Strong ties with national manufacturingoil and gasand healthcare industries
Notable Alumni
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, Fatemeh Hashemi Rafsanjani, Ali Daei
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Extensive athletic complexes in major branches
Student Clubs
Scientific associations, cultural clubs, student basij, sports teams
Library Resources
Extensive digital library network and over 400 physical libraries
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available