The International Center of Payam- e Noor University was established on September 18, 2006, with the aim of expanding and facilitating higher education for Iranian students residing abroad and non- Iranian students. This center initiated its activities to recruit students with an official license from the Ministry of Science,  Research, and Technology. The center currently accepts international students at its branches in North Tehran, West Tehran, South Tehran and the center of Rey City at undergraduate and graduate levels in all fields except those prohibited for non-Iranian citizens.

Prohibited Majors for non- Iranian Students

Achievements of the Center

Development of Online Educational Program:  The International Center of Payam-e Noor University is recognized as one of the leading centers in providing distance education.

Development of International cooperation: This center cooperates with universities and educational institutions in various countries and It has established university branches abroad.

Attracting International Students: The International Center of Payam- e Noor University attracts non- Iranian students from various countries which indicates the diversity and educational quality of this center.

Educational System

The educational system of the International Center of Payam- e Noor University includes three main methods: in- person, blended, and distance learning.

Through method of In- person, Students attend in- person classes. In blended method, theoretical courses are delivered electronically and practical courses are offered at university centers. In Distance Learning method, the courses are conducted virtually and online.

Objectives of the Center

- Developing international relations with various countries

- Establishing communication with universities inside and outside the country to develop international relations in various educational, research, and technological fields

- Facilitating the recruitment of Iranians residing abroad