The UMSU campus features world-class equipment, including five research centers dedicated to advanced microscopic and molecular studies.

• Cellular and Molecular Research Center: The flagship unit for genetic and biotechnological studies.
• Nephrology and Kidney Transplant Research Center: A major regional center for renal studies and transplant science.
• Food and Beverages Safety Research Center: Focuses on regional nutrition and agricultural health standards.
• Clinical Skills Center (CSC): A state-of-the-art simulation hub where students master procedural and life-saving skills.
• Anatomy Hall & Dissection Lab: Features modern cadaveric study facilities and high-resolution histology suites.
• Electron Microscope Centers: Equipped with world-class imaging technology for advanced tissue research.
• Medical Museum of Urmia: Located at the university, preserving the historic legacy of the first modern medical school in Iran.
• Central Medical Library: Provides 24/7 digital access to international databases like PubMed, Scopus, and ClinicalKey.
• Student Research Committee (SRC): Highly active in facilitating student publications and international scientific events.
• Athletic Facilities: Includes modern sports halls and gymnasiums for student physical well-being.

UMSU manages 6 primary teaching hospitals in Urmia and over 20 governmental hospitals in the province:

• Imam Khomeini Hospital: The university’s primary tertiary teaching and referral center with multi-specialty wards.
• Shahid Motahhari Hospital: A major clinical site specializing in Pediatrics and General Medicine.
• Seyed al-Shohada Hospital: The specialized hub for Cardiology and Heart Surgery rotations.
• Taleghani Hospital: A general teaching hospital and a major Hemodialysis center.
• Kowsar Women’s Hospital: Dedicated to training in Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Neonatal care.
• Razi Hospital: A specialized center for training in Psychiatry and behavioral sciences.

UMSU offers one of the most transparent and competitive fee structures in the region.

Scholarship

• Merit-Based Scholarship: International students with outstanding academic records (high GPA and research output) can qualify for tuition discounts of 10% to 50%.
• Research/Teaching Assistantships: Students can earn discounts of 25% to 50% per semester by assisting professors in research or laboratory teaching.
• Family Discount: A 20% discount is available for students with a first-degree family member studying at the university concurrently.

• The Vibe: Urmia is a major agricultural and industrial hub in Northwestern Iran, located near the Turkish border. It has a cold, snowy winter and pleasant, mild summers.
• Connectivity:
• Urmia International Airport (OMH): Offers regular flights to Tehran and international connections.
• Road: Strategically located for travel into Turkey and nearby European gateways.
• Safety: Very high; Urmia is known as a peaceful city with a low crime rate and a high standard of public security.

• Accommodation: UMSU provides high-quality lodging in modern residence halls (typically 2-3 bedroom flats). Facilities include high-speed Wi-Fi, laundry rooms, and common social lounges.
• Dining: Subsidized meals (Persian and local Azeri styles) are served at the University Dining Hall.
• Vibe: Culturally rich and safe. Urmia is known for its beautiful lake and its diverse community of various faiths and ethnicities, offering a very hospitable environment for foreigners.

Intakes: September (Main Intake) and February.

Documents: Requires high school transcripts (PCB focus), NEET scorecard (for Indians), Passport, and a Medical Fitness Certificate.

Application Step: Students apply via the UMSU Office of Admissions for International Students. A virtual interview is usually required to evaluate scientific logic and English proficiency.