higher education in Iran

Higher education in Iran consists of universities and technical institutes that offer undergraduate, master's, and doctoral degrees across diverse fields. Admission is competitive, primarily through a national entrance exam called the Konkur. The system emphasizes academic research, with institutions like the University of Tehran and Sharif University of Technology leading in science and engineering. State universities are government-funded, ensuring widespread access, while private institutions are also emerging. Education is highly valued culturally, and higher education plays a key role in professional and intellectual development, contributing to Iran’s advancements in science, technology, and humanities.