Isfahan University of Medical Sciences

Overview

Local Name: دانشگاه علوم پزشكي اصفهان

Acronyms: IUMS

Founded: 1946

Control Type: Public

Entity Type: Non-profit

Religious Affiliation: Islam

World Rank: #1510

Rank in Iran: #5

Motto: O'Thou Whose Name is panacea, whose remembrance is heal-all

Founded in 1946, the Isfahan University of Medical Sciences is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Isfahan (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants).

Officially recognized by the Ministry of Health and Medical Education of Iran, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences (IUMS) is a large-sized coeducational Iranian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Islamic religion. Isfahan University of Medical Sciences (IUMS) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study.

This 78-year-old Iranian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.

IUMS also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, as well as administrative services.

Location & Contact

Planning a visit to Isfahan University of Medical Sciences or following up with admissions? Location and contact details are listed below. Admissions email typically replies within 5–10 business days during peak season.

Academic Details

Scale, staffing, and recognition figures for Isfahan University of Medical Sciences are summarised below. These numbers help you size the institution against your shortlist and weigh academic depth alongside programme fit.

Programs Offered

Below: Isfahan University of Medical Sciences's programme list by level. Programme intakes vary — some offer multiple entry points per year (Sep, Jan, May), others a single annual intake.

How to apply to Isfahan University of Medical Sciences

Below is a five-step path through the application process at Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, useful for first-time applicants and international students.

1. 1
   Browse the programme catalogue

   Use the programme finder to browse Isfahan University of Medical Sciences's 148 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

2. 2
   Check eligibility for your chosen programme

   Programme-level requirements at Isfahan University of Medical Sciences typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.

3. 3
   Get your documents ready

   Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.

4. 4
   Apply through the official channel

   Isfahan University of Medical Sciences processes applications through mui.ac.ir. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.

5. 5
   Reach out and track your application

   Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Reach the institution by phone at +98 (311) 792 2110. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about Isfahan University of Medical Sciences

Frequently asked questions about Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, covering the institutional basics most prospective applicants want to confirm first.

Other Iranian, Persian Universities Affiliated with Islam

Religious-tradition student associations are typically active at Islam institutions. Joining one at the peers below often connects you to alumni networks within the tradition.

Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences

Tehran · Public · Rank #637

Iran University of Science and Technology

Tehran · Public · Rank #1591

Isfahan University of Technology

Isfahan · Public · Rank #2465

Islamic Azad University of Urmia

Urmia · Private · Rank #2632

University of Isfahan

Isfahan · Public · Rank #2766

Faculties at Nearby Universities

If Isfahan University of Medical Sciences's location appeals to you, these nearby universities offer comparable environments and academic breadth. Local clusters tend to share cultural, linguistic, and employment context, which can matter as much as institutional choice itself.

Islamic Azad University Isfahan, Khorasgan Branch

Isfahan · Public · Rank #4614

Sheikh Bahaei University

Isfahan · Private · Est. 1986

Art University of Isfahan

Isfahan · Public · Est. 1977

IS

Islamic Azad University of Khomeynishahr

Isfahan · Private · Est. 1982

IS

Isfahan University of Art

Isfahan · Est. 1974

Where Else to Study Medicine

Programme-led research opportunities for Medicine students differ. Research-active programmes give undergraduates access to active labs; teaching-only programmes do not.

Gerash University of Medical Sciences

Farsan · Rank #2257

SA

Saveh University of Medical Sciences

Saveh · Rank #2561

Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences

Sari · Public · Rank #2829

Arak University of Medical Sciences

Arak · Public · Rank #2977

Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences

Ahvaz · Public · Rank #3199

Universities Often Compared with Isfahan University of Medical Sciences

Cross-institutional admissions sharing exists in some networks — peers of Isfahan University of Medical Sciences sometimes accept shared application materials or recognise admissions decisions. Worth checking when batching applications.

GO

Golestan University

Gorgan · Rank #1434

Amirkabir University of Technology

Tehran · Public · Rank #1635

IS

Islamic Azad University, Science and Research Branch

Tehran · Private · Rank #1866

TA

Tabarestan University

Chalus · Rank #1087

DA

Danesh-e-Tandorosti Iranian Institute of Higher Health

Isfahan · Est. 1995