In 2024, Iranian universities have made a significant appearance in the Shanghai Rankings (Academic Ranking of World Universities, ARWU). While specific rankings can vary from year to year, several Iranian institutions have consistently been recognized for their academic and research performance.
Key Iranian universities that have historically ranked in the Shanghai Rankings include:
1. University of Tehran: Often considered the top university in Iran, this university is recognized for its research output and academic credibility in global rankings. It achieved a ranking of 401-500, which is a very impressive ranking among 3281 universities.
2. Sharif University of Technology: Known for its engineering and technical programs, Sharif University is also included in the Shanghai Rankings, reflecting its strong emphasis on research and innovation. The university ranks 701-800.
3. Iran University of Medical Sciences: One of the leading universities in medical sciences, ranked 701-800.
4. Amirkabir University of Technology: Another prominent institution in the field of engineering, it is recognized for its research activities and academic standards. The university ranks 901-1000 in the Shanghai Ranking.
5. Tehran University of Medical Sciences: This university is recognized for its contribution to medical sciences and health research, and has achieved a very good ranking by achieving a ranking of 401-500.
The Shanghai Ranking evaluates universities based on various criteria, including the number of Nobel Prize and Fields Medal winners and alumni, highly cited researchers, articles published in top journals, and the overall academic performance of the institutions.
According to the above, Iranian educational institutions have achieved a very good ranking compared to 3281 universities, indicating that Iranian universities are in a very good position from the perspective of scientific ranking.
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