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Ferdowsi University of Mashhad

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Ferdowsi University of Mashhad: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Ferdowsi University of Mashhad is a public university in Mashhad, Iran. It suits students who want to study at a long-established Iranian university in one of the country's major cities.

  2. What you can study

    The university is described as a public university, but no subject areas or degree programmes are published in the information available here. The programme catalogue is still being compiled, so check the university website for current study options.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should use the university website and confirm the current application steps with admissions before applying. Key details such as entry requirements, deadlines, required documents, and language conditions are not published in the available information.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range for international students; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs will depend on housing, transport, food, and personal spending in Mashhad.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not published. Before applying, check which programmes accept international students, what documents are required, whether language proof is needed, and how to arrange visas and arrival in Mashhad.

  6. How it compares

    Among 193 universities in Iran, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad stands out mainly for being public and for its 1949 establishment. That makes it a useful option for students looking for a long-established university outside the capital, but the academic offer still needs to be checked directly.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Ferdowsi University of Mashhad

What type of university is Ferdowsi University of Mashhad?

It is a public university.

Where is Ferdowsi University of Mashhad located?

It is in Mashhad, the capital city of the Iranian province of Razavi Khorasan.

When was Ferdowsi University of Mashhad established?

It was established in 1949.

How many universities are there in Iran according to the available information?

There are 193 universities in Iran.

Overview

Ferdowsi University of Mashhad is a public university in Mashhad, the capital city of the Iranian province of Razavi Khorasan. FUM is named after Abul-Qâsem Ferdowsi, who is considered to be the national epic poet of Greater Iran. Having been established in 1949, FUM is the third-oldest modern university in Iran.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Iran.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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