History
The history of the university dates back to the sixth century A.D. when it was the Academy of Gundishapur. It was then the intellectual center of the Sassanid Empire. At that time, it offered training programs in Medicine, Philosophy, Theology, and Science. Meanwhile, the name was associated with scientific disciplines and research excellence.
Education
With its 14 faculties of Letters and Humanities, Theology, Economics and Social Sciences, Archeology, Physical Education and Sports Sciences, Veterinary Sciences, Water Sciences, Educational Sciences and Psychology, Mathematical Sciences and Computer, Earth Sciences, Agriculture, Engineering, and Art, Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz is the largest university in the southwest of the country and holds a place among Iran's comprehensive universities.This university offers 53 bachelor's degree programs, 208 master's degree programs, and 131 Ph.D. positions to the talented students.
Research
In addition to the 14 faculties and their educational departments in Shahid Chimran University of Ahvaz, other scientific and research centers are also engaged in teaching and research activities each with educational and research purposes in accordance with the needs of the province and the country.
Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz Key Statistics & Highlights
- #1201 Ranking
- 45 Scholarships
- 870 Academic Staff
- 20,373 Students
- Public Institution Type
Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz Overview
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Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz Student Reviews & Awards
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An Average but Decent Experience
I did my undergrad at Shahid Chamran University. Had some great professors and a calm campus atmosphere. Facilities and admin services could be improved. Overall, a neutral and average experience.
Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz Rankings
Study Portals Meta Ranking
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World University Rankings
By Times Higher Education
The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.
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3 year trend World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
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| 1001 | - | 1201 |
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Best Global Universities Rankings
By U.S. News & World Report
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3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
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| 1601 | - | - |
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Housing services
After being admitted in Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz, international students can benefit from the accommodation provided for non-Iranian students. The university has 12 dormitory blocks to provide housing for female students, and 6 dormitory blocks for accommodation of male students. All bedrooms are equipped with amenities such as a bed, a refrigerator, and a cooling system. There are also tables and chairs for studying. Recently, the air conditioning system of the dormitories have been renewed, and the rooms are air conditioned all year long in hot and cold seasons. They can also have access to the Internet in their rooms through WiFi or fiber-optic connections.
Library services
In this regard, the first entrance exam was administered in 1977 which led to the admission of 12 students out of 69. In 1977, the Central Library's treasury included 5648 books in English and 5122 in Persian. In the same year, the Center for Documentation and Books of the University had 18 libraries, all of which were governed by those libraries.
Medical services
With the help of a medical team (general practitioners, dentists, registered nurses, and midwives), the University's Center for Health and Medical Care is ready to provide health and medical services to the entire academic community.
Campus life
The campus today has 276 acres (1.12 km2) and houses 13 colleges. In 2010, 4798 students were enrolled.
Sports facilities
One of the strategies of Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz is to use sports activities to create an everlasting passion among its students. For this purpose, the necessary platform for performing sports activities has been provided through indoor and outdoor spaces, such as individual sports halls, and fitness and bodybuilding halls. Also various sports classes such as football, volleyball, basketball, ping pong, handball, freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling, track and field, badminton, taekwondo, karate and judo for both ladies and gentlemen are also held during the academic year.