Shiraz University of Medical Sciences
Established in 1946, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences (SUMS) is one of Iran’s oldest and most prestigious medical institutions, located in Shiraz, Fars Province. With over 10,000 students, 17 schools, 55 research centers, and 45 public hospitals, SUMS excels in medical education, research, and healthcare, recognized globally by WHO, NMC, and FAIMER.
Shiraz University of Medical Sciences (SUMS) offers a diverse range of programs across 17 schools, including Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing & Midwifery, Public Health, and Advanced Technologies in Medicine. Degrees include MBBS (7 years), DMD, PharmD, BSc, MSc, and PhD in fields like Clinical Microbiology, Nutrition, and Rehabilitation Sciences. Programs are primarily taught in Persian, with English options for international students at the main campus and Kish Island for the first year of certain programs.
SUMS provides extensive clinical training through 45 public hospitals, including 14 teaching hospitals, and 55 research centers, such as the Shiraz Cancer Research Center. The MBBS program covers basic sciences, clinical medicine, and clerkships, preparing graduates for global licensing exams like the FMGE, USMLE, and PLAB.
Programs: MBBS, DMD, PharmD, Nursing, Public Health, Rehabilitation Sciences, taught in Persian and English.
Admission to SUMS requires international students to have a high school diploma with at least 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB), be aged 17 or older by December 31 of the admission year, and qualify for NEET (for Indian students, per NMC guidelines). Persian proficiency is required for clinical training, with language courses available. Postgraduate programs require a relevant bachelor’s degree and may include an entrance exam or interview.
Required documents include an online application form, high school transcripts (translated into Persian), NEET scorecard (for Indian MBBS applicants), a valid passport, a medical fitness certificate, birth certificate, and passport-size photos. Visa documentation is supported by SUMS’s international office.
Eligibility for MBBS: 50% in PCB, NEET qualified, age 17+. Persian proficiency for clinical work.
Documents: Application form, transcripts, NEET score, passport, medical certificate, birth certificate, photos.
Annual tuition fees for MBBS at SUMS range from $4,000 to $7,000 (approximately ₹3,32,000 to ₹5,81,000 at 1 USD = INR 83), totaling about ₹23.24 lakhs to ₹40.67 lakhs for the 7-year program. Living expenses in Shiraz, including accommodation, food, and transport, range from $100–$250 per month (INR 8,300–20,750).
SUMS provides well-equipped dormitories in Shiraz and Kish with amenities like Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and dining services. Scholarships, covering up to 100% of tuition, are available for eligible students through merit-based or need-based options, supported by Iran’s Ministry of Health.
MBBS: $4,000–$7,000/year (~₹23.24–₹40.67 lakhs for 7 years). Living expenses: $100–$250/month.
Key Highlights
Facilities
Affiliated Hospitals
45 public hospitals, including 14 teaching hospitals, for clinical training.
Hands-on experience in advanced medical settings.
Specialized Libraries
Includes Shahid Dr. Garakani-Nedzad, Dr. Behrooz Kazemi, and Dr. Gharib libraries.
Extensive resources for medical research.
Research Centers
55 centers, including Shiraz Cancer Research Center and Clinical Microbiology.
Focus on cutting-edge medical research.
Sports Facilities
Football, volleyball, swimming, and other sports programs.
Promotes student fitness and recreation.
Dormitory Services
Well-equipped dorms in Shiraz and Kish with Wi-Fi and dining.
Comfortable living spaces for students.