About
Shiraz University is a public university located in Shiraz, Fars, Iran, established in 1946. Being one of the oldest and most prestigious modern universities in Iran, Shiraz University is listed among the top three research-oriented schools in the nation according to a ranking of Iranian universities based on scientific output. In the first report of state universities ranking and among almost 70...
Shiraz University is a public university located in Shiraz, Fars, Iran, established in 1946. Being one of the oldest and most prestigious modern universities in Iran, Shiraz University is listed among the top three research-oriented schools in the nation according to a ranking of Iranian universities based on scientific output. In the first report of state universities ranking and among almost 70 universities and higher education institutes, Shiraz University is regarded as a tier-one university.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 701 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 38 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 14,298
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 19.7 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 3%
- Female : Male
- 55 : 45
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
14 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Veterinary Science | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Instruments Science & Technology | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Civil Engineering | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Metallurgical Engineering | 151-200 | - | 2020 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Water Resources | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Food Science & Technology | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Atmospheric Science | 301-400 | - | 2021 |
| Energy Science & Engineering | 301-400 | - | 2020 |
| Earth & Marine Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2022 |
| Chemical Engineering | 401-500 | - | 2022 |
| Biotechnology | 401-500 | - | 2024 |
| Agricultural Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
QS
5 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Petroleum Engineering | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 351-400 | - | 2025 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 401-450 | - | 2023 |
| Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering | 451-500 | - | 2023 |
| Chemistry | 501-550 | - | 2025 |
US News
13 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Food Science and Technology | =180 | 40.1 | 2026 |
| Agricultural Sciences | =230 | 40.1 | 2026 |
| Plant and Animal Science | 301 | 40.1 | 2026 |
| Energy and Fuels | =322 | 40.1 | 2026 |
| Engineering | =397 | 40.1 | 2026 |
| Geosciences | =457 | 40.1 | 2026 |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering | =459 | 40.1 | 2026 |
| Environment/Ecology | =561 | 40.1 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =582 | 40.1 | 2026 |
| Physical Chemistry | =626 | 40.1 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | =730 | 40.1 | 2026 |
| Materials Science | =736 | 40.1 | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | =797 | 40.1 | 2026 |
THE
8 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Business & Economics | 401–500 | 34.2 | 2024 |
| Education & Training | 401–500 | 32.7 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 501–600 | 35.5 | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 501–600 | 24.6 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 601–800 | 31.6 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 601–800 | 29.3 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 601–800 | 32.8 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 601–800 | 26.6 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Shiraz University?
Shiraz University's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 701-710, THE Rank 801–1000, ARWU Rank 701-800, US News Rank =1,032.
When was Shiraz University founded?
Shiraz University was founded in 1946.
What are the top subjects at Shiraz University?
Top subjects at Shiraz University include: Veterinary Science, Petroleum Engineering, Instruments Science & Technology, Civil Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering.
Where is Shiraz University located?
Shiraz University is located in Shiraz, Iran.