How to Verify Iranian University Degrees: Ministry Guide

Iran's higher education system

Iran's higher education is overseen by the Ministry of Science, Research and Technology (for non-medical institutions) and the Ministry of Health (for medical institutions). Iran has over 100 universities, including University of Tehran (founded 1934), Sharif University of Technology (Iran's MIT equivalent), and Isfahan University of Technology. Islamic Azad University is the world's largest private university system with over 400 branches.

Verification steps

1. Check Ministry recognition — Verify the institution is recognized by the relevant Ministry. VerifyED includes recognized Iranian institutions.
2. Contact the institution — Iranian universities maintain registrar offices for verification.
3. Ministry verification — The Ministry of Science can verify degree authenticity.
4. Document legalization — Documents need legalization through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Key considerations

• Sharif University — Highly selective and internationally recognized, particularly in engineering and STEM.
• Farsi-language credentials — Credentials are in Farsi. English translations may be available.
• Large diaspora — Significant Iranian diaspora creates ongoing verification demand worldwide.