History
UG was originally founded in 1974 in Rasht, as the Graduate School of Business. It became the 17th university in Iran after it obtained approval from the Higher Education Council in 1976. Through a collaborative agreement between Iran and Germany, UG began its academic activities by accepting 400 students in 9 fields of study.
Education
Today, with 10 faculties and 4 research institutes, University of Guilan is the largest university in northern Iran. Over 17000 students are currently enrolled at UG, 40 per cent of whom are graduate students. UG offers more than 110 B.A./B.Sc. programs, 160 M.A./M.Sc. programs, and 140 PhD programs.
Research
With 4 research centers and over 70 laboratories (with the anthropology lab being the latest one to become fully active), University of Guilan puts research above all else, to ensure a better future for us and for the future generations.
University of Guilan Key Statistics & Highlights
- #1201 Ranking
- 42 Scholarships
- 600 Academic Staff
- 18,000 Students
- Public Institution Type
University of Guilan Overview
University of Guilan Scholarships
University of Guilan Scholarships
Below you will find scholarships related to University of Guilan. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.
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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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Independent provider
Grant
33600 EUR
Deadline
01 Jul 2026
Mundus MAPP EMJM Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
Merit-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
1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2026
Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
Moving Mates Scholarship
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jul 2026
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
The Bill Walsh Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
CryptoRunner Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Aug 2026
Florida Rentals Annual Dream Vacation Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
$1,500 Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting Scholarship
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University of Guilan Student Reviews & Awards
3.1
Based on 14 reviews
- 5 Star 2 Reviews
- 4 Star 2 Reviews
- 3 Star 7 Reviews
- 2 Star 2 Reviews
- 1 Star 1 Review
It is a great experience!
I enjoyed the environment, my professors, and my studies, I think the extra-religious courses that we must take each term are not necessary and make the education last longer, and the GPA unrealistic. To summarize, I’d say it was a great experience and I enjoyed the physics and everything about that.
2/5
not suggested for international students
good level in Iran but not for international students green environment
1/5
They will distroy your confident
Terible,exept nothing in this country is good,universities are built for wasting money and learning nothing practical.
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University of Guilan Rankings
Study Portals Meta Ranking
Top 25.8% Iran
Top 55.8% Worldwide
Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.
Best Global Universities Rankings
1573
By U.S. News & World Report
Dropped 108 places compared to 2025
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.
3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 1422 | 1465 | 1573 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
World University Rankings
1201
By Times Higher Education
The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.
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.
3 year trend World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 1201 | - | 1201 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Housing services
- Dormitory facilities on each floor: Shared bathrooms, kitchen (with all the needed items such as a dishwashing sink, a stove, a fridge, etc.), TV room, study room, gym.
- Room facilities: Bunk beds, a desk, chairs, a fridge, curtains, a locker, a mirror, a heater, an air conditioner, a garbage can, fluorescent lamps.
Library services
University of Guilan's Central Library has one of the greatest archives among state universities in Northern Iran, with over 170000 books (in Persian, English, Russian, French and Germen). There is also a database with numerous domestic or foreign electronic books and articles.
Medical services
The Health and Counseling Center's goal is to promote health among the students and the university staff. Services:
- Medical Department: appointments for the students and the staff
- Paraclinic-related services: injections, serums, dressing, suturing, ear irrigation, etc.
- Outpatient surgeries
- Offering medical counseling to the students and the staff
- Transferring students to a nearby hospital
Campus life
Only 30 kilometers away from the Caspian Sea, University of Guilan is located in Rasht, the capital city of Guilan Province. Guilan is famous for its rain and forests, its silk and rice fields as well as its roaring rivers: an environment where plains, mountains and the sea come together to create magnificent beauty. It is a region full of life and joy with an enchanting landscape, which is, at the same time, a source of dynamism as well as inspiration of tranquility, stimulation of thought and creativity.
University of Guilan Campus Locations
#1 Main Campus
Iran Country
Rasht City