Semnan University of Medical Sciences (SEMUMS) – Overview
Established: 1988, officially operating under Iran’s Ministry of Health and
Medical Education
Location: Semnan, Iran — a calm, academic city located about 220 km east of
Tehran, known for its safety and desert-mountain environment
Type: Public Medical University
Global Recognition & Accreditation
- Recognized by the Ministry of Health and Medical Education, Iran
- Listed in WHO, WFME, FAIMER, ECFMG, and NMC (India) directories
- Provides an internationally accepted Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree
Why Choose SEMUMS for MBBS?
- English-Medium MBBS Program — Specially designed for international students
- Affordable Tuition & Living Costs — Tuition approx. $5,500–6,500/year; living expenses
around $150–250/month
- Focused Clinical Training — Clinical education at affiliated hospitals like Kowsar, Amir
Al-Momenin, and Imam Khomeini
- Modern Medical Infrastructure — Advanced laboratories, smart classrooms, simulation centers,
and digital libraries
- Student-Friendly Environment — Small university community with personalized academic
attention
- Safe and Quiet Living Environment — Ideal for focused study with less distraction and lower
costs
MBBS Program Details
Duration: 6 years (5 academic years + 1-year clinical internship)
Medium of Instruction: English
Degree Awarded: MD (Doctor of Medicine)
Eligibility for Exams: Graduates can sit for FMGE/NExT (India), USMLE, PLAB, and
other global licensing exams
Eligibility Criteria for Indian Students
- Minimum 50% in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in 12th Grade
- NEET Qualification required (for Indian nationals)
- Minimum Age: 17 years as of December 31 of the year of admission
- No IELTS/TOEFL required
Academic Structure & Facilities
- Faculties: Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing & Midwifery, Allied Health Sciences,
Public Health, Paramedical Sciences
- Research Centers: Stem Cell & Regenerative Medicine, Non-Communicable Diseases Research,
Reproductive Health & Infertility
- Faculty & Enrollment: 200+ faculty members; over 4,000 students including internationals
- International Cooperation: Collaborations with universities in Germany, India, Turkey, and
Malaysia
Documents Required for Admission
- 10th & 12th Grade Mark Sheets
- NEET Scorecard (for Indian applicants)
- Valid Passport
- Passport-size Photos
- Student Visa (granted post-acceptance)
- Government-issued Photo ID
- CV/Resume
- Motivation Letter
- 1–2 Letters of Recommendation
- Proof of Financial Means
- (Optional) English Language Certificate
Why Indian Students Choose SEMUMS
- Internationally accepted MD degree — NMC, WHO, WFME, ECFMG-approved
- Low-cost, high-quality education — Ideal for budget-conscious students
- Hands-on clinical practice — Early exposure in active regional hospitals
- Personalized learning — Smaller class sizes ensure better faculty access
- Multicultural, inclusive environment — Welcoming to South Asian, Middle Eastern, and African
students
- Peaceful & safe university town — Study without distractions or big-city costs