Islamic Azad University Isfahan, Khorasgan Branch

Overview

Local Name: دانشگاه آزاد اسلامی واحد خوراسگان

Acronyms: KHUISF

Founded: 1987

Control Type: Public

Entity Type: Non-profit

Religious Affiliation: Islam

World Rank: #4614

Rank in Iran: #48

Motto: Live and learn

Colours: Blue

Established in 1987, the Islamic Azad University Isfahan, Khorasgan Branch 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 Science, Research and Technology of Iran, Islamic Azad University Isfahan, Khorasgan Branch (KHUISF) is a large-sized coeducational Iranian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Islamic religion. Islamic Azad University Isfahan, Khorasgan Branch (KHUISF) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study.

This 37-year-old Iranian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this Iranian higher education organization a moderately selective institution.

International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.

KHUISF also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

Location & Contact

Islamic Azad University Isfahan, Khorasgan Branch's on-the-ground location and digital channels to engage with the institution. Library access for prospective students is often arranged separately through the main library team.

Academic Details

Academic statistics for Islamic Azad University Isfahan, Khorasgan Branch — including its student body and academic staff numbers. Read these alongside rankings; institution scale changes how rankings should be interpreted.

Academic Structures

Islamic Azad University Isfahan, Khorasgan Branch's academic units, organised by type. Recently formed faculties (post-merger or post-split) often have updated curricula and may carry less institutional history than older units.

Programs Offered

Search the Islamic Azad University Isfahan, Khorasgan Branch programme catalogue or scan it by degree level. The catalogue updates periodically; recently added programmes may not yet appear in some search-engine results.

How to apply to Islamic Azad University Isfahan, Khorasgan Branch

Step-by-step guidance for applying to Islamic Azad University Isfahan, Khorasgan Branch, covering the typical sequence from programme selection to admissions follow-up.

1. 1
   Identify the right programme

   Use the programme finder to browse Islamic Azad University Isfahan, Khorasgan Branch's 132 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

2. 2
   Check entry requirements

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

3. 3
   Prepare your application documents

   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
   Submit via the institution

   Islamic Azad University Isfahan, Khorasgan Branch processes applications through isfahan.iau.ir. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.

5. 5
   Get in touch with admissions

   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 (31) 3535 4001-9. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about Islamic Azad University Isfahan, Khorasgan Branch

Frequently asked questions about Islamic Azad University Isfahan, Khorasgan Branch, covering the institutional basics most prospective applicants want to confirm first.

Top-Ranked Universities in Iran

Iran's leading universities appear below, useful for benchmarking Islamic Azad University Isfahan, Khorasgan Branch's academic standing. Use this list as the upper-bound reference for academic prestige within Iran.

University of Tehran

Tehran · Public · Rank #422

Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences

Tehran · Public · Rank #637

TA

Tabarestan University

Chalus · Rank #1087

GO

Golestan University

Gorgan · Rank #1434

Isfahan University of Medical Sciences

Isfahan · Public · Rank #1510

Members of Federation of the Universities of the Islamic World (FUIW)

Cross-credit recognition between Federation of the Universities of the Islamic World (FUIW) members reduces friction for students moving between universities. Islamic Azad University Isfahan, Khorasgan Branch's membership often eases credit transfer to the institutions below.

King Saud University

Riyadh · Public · Rank #111

Qatar University

Doha · Public · Rank #368

Cairo University

Giza · Public · Rank #372

Universiti Sains Malaysia

George Town · Public · Rank #403

Universiti Malaya

Kuala Lumpur · Public · Rank #456

Other Iranian, Persian Universities Affiliated with Islam

Beyond Islamic Azad University Isfahan, Khorasgan Branch, several other universities affiliated with Islam operate with similar values, campus life, and pastoral support — useful comparisons if faith identity is part of your decision. Pastoral support varies meaningfully between affiliated institutions.

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

Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences

Sari · Public · Rank #2829

Faculties at Nearby Universities

Cross-border or within-state choices: the universities near Islamic Azad University Isfahan, Khorasgan Branch may fall under different governance, fee structures, or visa rules. Confirm the regulatory context for each option separately.

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

DA

Danesh-e-Tandorosti Iranian Institute of Higher Health

Isfahan · Est. 1995

Where Else to Study Liberal Arts

Choosing the right Liberal Arts programme is rarely about one university alone. Institutions across Iran cover the same discipline as Islamic Azad University Isfahan, Khorasgan Branch from different academic angles, and the right fit depends on what kind of teaching environment suits you.

Islamic Azad University, Yazd

Yazd · Private · Rank #3439

Islamic Azad University, Garmsar

Garmsar · Private · Est. 1988

Islamic Azad University, Zahedan

Zahedan · Private · Est. 1982

Tabriz Islamic Arts University

Tabriz · Public · Est. 1999

Islamic Azad University, Shahr-e-Qods

Tehran · Private · Est. 2001

Universities Often Compared with Islamic Azad University Isfahan, Khorasgan Branch

Beyond Islamic Azad University Isfahan, Khorasgan Branch, several other universities operate at a comparable level — by ranking, heritage, or scale. They are worth knowing as you build your shortlist, particularly if you want options at the same competitive tier.

IR

Iranshahr University

Iranshahr · Rank #4605

Arak University

Arak · Public · Rank #4627

Islamic Azad University, Maragheh

Maragheh · Private · Rank #4596

Zanjan University

Zanjan · Public · Rank #4569

LO

Lorestan University

Khorramabad · Rank #4526