Lorestan University is a research institution and university of engineering and science in Iran, offering both undergraduate and postgraduate studies. Located in Lorestan province of Iran, the university is among the top ten universities and research institutes in Iran, illustrating its high status in research and education. The university has major campuses in the city of Khorramabad and several smaller campuses spread out across the province of Lorestan offering degrees in over 100 different specialties leading to B.A., B.Sc., M.A., M.Sc., D.V.M., or Ph.D. degrees. Although there has been some moves by the smaller campuses in the province to become independent universities, there are still strong ties between these newly established universities and Lorestan University.
Lorestan University is a public university and its funding is provided by the government of Iran. For the top ranks of the national university entrance exam, education is free in all state owned and public universities. Students with ranks below the normal capacity of the universities will be required to pay part or all of the tuition.
Language of Instruction
Although the official language of instruction in Lorestan is Persian, a large number of lecture materials, reference books, homework assignments and even exams are in English. This is especially true for the postgraduates students which English textbooks and materials are introduced to them as the main references.
Academic year
The academic year is divided into three academic terms, determined by the university. The first academic term usually starts late September. The second Academic term usually starts on early February, and the Summer term is usually started from early July.
Publishing
The University's publishing arm, the Lorestan University Press, has published many different academic books and journals.
Student Organisations
There are several student organisations active throughout the university. Most of these organisations are only concentrated on academic activities with some also interested and active in political issues.
