IRO-Language Proficiency Requirements

Language Proficiency Requirements
Persian is the primary language of instruction for all programs. However proficiency in English language skills especially speaking and writing is required.
 
1- English Language Proficiency, (ELP)
 All international applicants must be proficient in English prior to applying and admission. Ways of satisfying English Language Proficiency Requirement include:
- IELTS minimum total score of 5.5 for undergraduate applicants and 6 for graduate applicants
- TOEFL iBT minimum total score of 69
- TOEFL PBT minimum total score of 525
Note, if the applicants do not meet the ELP requirements they will be required a satisfactory score on English language exams approved by Iran's ministry of health and medical education. Otherwise they will be required to take English courses. 
 
2- Persian Language Proficiency, (PLP)
The applicants intending to study disciplines requiring interaction with patients (such as MD and DDS), need to have adequate Persian language proficiency. They are required to obtain Persian language skills proficiencies prior to internship / apprenticeship.
To demonstrate PLP, international students are required to complete SAMFA exam. SAMFA is the test of Persian language skills standards approved by Iran’s ministry of health and medical education.