Arak University

About

Arak University, established in 1971, is a prominent public institution in central Iran, recognized for its strong programs in engineering, basic sciences, and agriculture. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees across faculties such as Engineering, Science, and Literature and Humanities. For international students, the primary language of instruction is Persian, though some postgraduate research opportunities may involve English-language resources and supervision. While the university has an international affairs office to assist with admissions and administrative processes, prospective students should be prepared for an immersive experience primarily within a Persian-speaking academic environment. Its distinctive characteristic is its significant contribution to higher education and research in the Markazi Province, serving as a key regional academic hub.

Background

Arak University is a public research university which is the oldest state university of Markazi province in Iran. The university was founded in 1971 in Arak as The College of Marjan (مدرسه عالی مرجان) with the partnership of the University of Tehran and Tehran Tarbiat Moallem University. In 1989, the college attained university status. The university currently offers degrees in seven faculties in 135 fields for both undergraduate and graduate students. Arak University is the largest state university of the Markazi province with more than 7,500 students enrolled in its bachelor, master, and PhD programs and more than 300 full-time professors working in eight faculties of the university.

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