Universities in Iran
Explore top-rated universities and colleges in Iran. Discover rankings, campus details, and key information about top Iranian, Persian higher education institutions to help you choose the best place to study.
Iran is home to 330 universities and colleges listed in our directory, spread across 137 cities. Of these, 43 are public and 226 are private institutions. The highest-ranked institution is University of Tehran (world rank #422). The oldest dates back to 1916. Use the filters to compare them by ranking, campus setting, and control type.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many universities are there in Iran?
Our directory lists 330 universities and colleges in Iran across 137 cities. You can filter them by control type, campus setting, and more.
Which is the top-ranked university in Iran?
Based on world ranking, University of Tehran is the highest-ranked institution in Iran in our directory (world rank #422).
Are there public and private universities in Iran?
Yes. Iran has 43 public and 226 private institutions in our directory. Public universities are typically state-funded, while private institutions are independently run.
How do I choose the right university in Iran?
Compare institutions by world and country ranking, location, campus setting (urban, suburban, or rural), and control type. Open any university profile for detailed admission information, programs, and fees.
What is the difference between an urban and a rural campus?
An urban campus sits in or near a city, putting internships, public transport, and cultural life within easy reach, though living costs are often higher. A rural or suburban campus offers a quieter, community-focused environment with more space and typically lower costs. Use the Campus Type filter to match the setting to your lifestyle.
Top Universities in Iran
Persian Gulf University
Bushehr, Bushehr, Iran
Fasa University
Fasa, Fars, Iran
Quchan University of Advanced Technology
Quchan, Razavi Khorasan, Iran
Institute for Advanced Studies in Basic Sciences
Zanjan, Zanjan, Iran
Allameh Tabataba'i University
Tehran, Tehran, Iran
Islamic Azad University, Shahr-e-Qods Branch
Tehran, Tehran, Iran
Imam Sadiq University
Tehran, Tehran, Iran
Imam Khomeini International University
Qazvin, Qazvin, Iran
Islamic Azad University North Tehran Branch
Tehran, Tehran, Iran
University of Science and Technology of Mazandaran
Behshahr, Mazandaran, Iran
Islamic Azad University, Hamedan
Hamedan, Hamadan, Iran
Islamic Azad University of Lahijan
Lahijan, Gilan, Iran
Islamic Azad University Central Tehran Branch
Tehran, Tehran, Iran
University of Hormozgan
Bandar Abbas, Hormozgan, Iran
Islamic Azad University of Arsanjan
Arsanjan, Fars, Iran
National University of Skills
Tehran, Tehran, Iran
Islamic Azad University, Tabriz
Tabriz, East Azerbaijan, Iran
Sirjan University of Technology
Sirjan, Kerman, Iran
Qom University of Technology
Qom, Qom, Iran
Islamic Azad University, Qom
Qom, Qom, Iran
