The Islamic Republic of Iran (Jomhuri-ye Eslami-ye Iran) covers 636,300 square miles (1,648,000 square kilometres) in southwestern Asia. It is bounded on the north by Azerbaijan, Armenia, Turkmenistan, and the Caspian Sea; on the east by Pakistan and Afghanistan; on the south by the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman; and on the west by Turkey and Iraq. Iran also controls about a dozen islands in the Persian Gulf. More than 30 percent of its 4,770-mile (7,680-kilometre) boundary is seacoast. The capital is Tehran (Teheran).

Among Middle Eastern countries, Iran is unique in many ways. Its official language, Farsi (Persian), is Indo-European. While Iran adopted a modified version of the Arabic alphabet, it refused to lose its separate identity after the establishment of the Arab Empire in the 7th century. From the beginning of the Islamic era, there was strong support for the house of 'Ali, Muhammad's son-in-law. 'Imam Ali's right of succession to the Prophet was disputed by the Sunnite majority, but his supporters ... Read more

Among others, Mashhad, as the second highest city of the country, the religious capital of Iran, the most active national tourist-attracting city, and one of the biggest medical centers of Middle East has always been considered by neighboring countries. This city, according to the presence of holy shrine of Imam Reza (PBUH), having natural and tourism attractions and high medical capabilities, has provided a suitable ground for planning and developing the National Treatment and Tourism Site introducing the substantial development based on health tourism. 

History of Mashhad University of Medical Sciences The first suggestions to establish a university in Mashhad refers back to 1934 the same time as Tehran University was established. After years of attempts, considering the dire need to have doctors in Khorasan Province, in 1947 government cabinet consented to establish a university in Mashhad. Its constitution was also ratified then.The first university admission announcement for the first year applicants of Medical Sciences University was released on August 1949. Finally in November 23rd 1949, the university was officially inaugurated by Late Dr. Zangeneh, the Minister of Culture at that time. It was recognized as the first Scientific Medical Center with 61 students. The faculty members were comprised of one associate professor and seven instructors. Imam Reza Hospital is an affiliated hospital to Mashhad University of Medical Sciences and is the biggest hospital in Mashhad with a 90 year history. The building project started in 1928 in an area of 28.5 Hectares with 28,500 square meter infrastructure. In 1934, the hospital started to work with the name .... Read more

Enrollment as a student If you are thinking of higher education in the field of medicine or other branches of medical sciences, or of advancing your future career, MUMS is the right place to start. In addition to a variety of B.Sc. programs related to medical sciences, you can directly apply for professional doctoral programs in Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmacy to get your degree from one of the best medical sciences universities. Nowadays, it is hard to find a place like MUMS with high quality educational programs in different fields of medical sciences along with the lowest possible tuitions fees and living expenses among the corresponding countries. As indicated by our background, MUMS’ undergarduate students could more easily get admission to graduate programs and medical specialties in top-notch medical centers following graduation. We encourage you to complete our undergraduate degree programs and enjoy the unique Iranian hospitality as well as safe living environment inside or outside of MUMS campuses at all times of day and night. Taking the advantage . .... Read more