History
Shiraz University was founded in 1325 (1907) with the establishment of the School of Health, the purpose of which was to train specialists in medical sciences during a 4-year course.
Education
The university offers 80 bachelor's degrees, 183 master's degrees, 102 specialized doctoral programs and one professional doctoral program. As a comprehensive university, Shiraz University is responsible for training efficient faculty members for research and higher education centers in the country. Shiraz University now has 16 faculties and a higher education center, and several faculties will be set up in the near future
Research
- Nanotechnology Research Institute
- Social Science Research Institute
- Offshore Oil and Gas industries research centers
- Social Science Research Institute
- Biotechnology Research Institute
- Astronomy, Astrophysics, and Astronomical Instrument technology
Shiraz University Scholarships
Below you will find scholarships related to Shiraz University. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.
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Grant
1000000 INR
Deadline
Anytime
Education Future International Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
24 May 2025
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Jun 2025
1040 Abroad International Studies Scholarship Initiative
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
25000 USD
Deadline
27 Dec 2024
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
7000 USD
Deadline
24 Apr 2025
Go Global MBA Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2024
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
26 Feb 2025
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2025
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
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Independent provider
Grant
8000 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
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Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2025
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2024
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
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Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
05 Feb 2025
Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship Program
Merit-based Need-based
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Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Education for Sustainable Energy Development (ESED) scholarship
Merit-based
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5000 USD
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Not specified
International Conference Scholarship
Merit-based
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10000 USD
Deadline
05 Feb 2025
Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship Program
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University Ranking
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2025
691 -10
2024
681 70
2023
751
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2025
801
2024
801
2023
801
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2025
-
2024
923 -102
2023
821
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Housing services
- Girls Dormitory
- Boys Dormitory
Library services
The Central Library and Documentation Center, a prosperous site in Shiraz University is one of the largest libraries in Iran which is made by considerable efforts during several years. The substructure of Central Library and the Documentation Center is about 11,000 square meters which is designed in four floors.
Medical services
The Counseling and Psychotherapy Center of Shiraz University uses the capabilities of the faculty members of the Faculty of Educational Sciences and Psychology and other experienced specialists in the following fields: Counseling and psychotherapy services, Treatment of Depressive, Anxiety, Personality Disorder, Sleep Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Sexual Problems, Drug Abuse and more.
Campus life
Shiraz University International Campus started operating in February 2004. At first, this unit was set up with only 3 classes and 7 professors, and during 10 years, the total number of students has reached about 1700 people. This unit accepts students for the academic year of 1995 in 76 major
Sports facilities
The Department of Championship and Public Sports, the dormitory for boys of the Department of Physical Education of Shiraz University, plans and implements championship and public sports programs with the aim of healthy recreation for male students.
Student clubs
The student organization organizes various socio-political and cultural activities such as: socio-political lectures, debates, open-minded chairs and… for different tastes among students and academics. Elections of the Central Council of Organizations are held every year and interested students can join these student organizations. The student organizations of Shiraz University are as follows:
- Islamic Students Association
- Association of Student Culture and Politics
- Student Accord and Development Association
- Student mobilization
- Islamic Society of Students
- Arman Student Assembly
- Muslim Girls Association
- Student Martyrs Memorial Assembly
- Ahl al-Bayt (PBUH)