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As the school year begins in Iran, rising education costs have made schooling a luxury, pushing many families into crisis. Soaring tuition fees, mandatory donations, and increased supply costs have forced hundreds of thousands of children out of school, despite the constitution’s guarantee of free education. Private school fees now range from 200 to 300 million tomans annually, while public schools impose compulsory fees. Transportation costs have surged, particularly affecting families in poorer districts. Essential supplies have also seen steep price increases, leading to stark inequalities in access to education. Ultimately, education has become a privilege for the wealthy, perpetuating cycles of poverty.
Tehran inaugurated the Maryam-e Moqaddas metro station, named after the Holy Virgin Mary, symbolizing religious harmony in the city. Located near the Saint Sarkis Armenian Cathedral, the station features Christian-themed art and architecture, promoting unity among different faiths. Tehran’s Mayor, Alireza Zakani, highlighted the station’s design as an embodiment of interfaith coexistence. The unveiling has garnered global praise on social media, with users admiring its beauty and significance. This station not only enhances public transport but also reflects Iran’s commitment to protecting and celebrating its diverse religious communities, including Christians, Jews, and Zoroastrians.
Since the 1979 Islamic Revolution, Iran’s education system has transformed significantly, boosting the literacy rate from 47.5% to 90.7%. This progress stems from the Literacy Movement and enhanced educational infrastructure, particularly in disadvantaged regions, where daily, eight schools are built. The number of students has increased by 10 million to 17 million, and educational space per student has grown from 1.8 to 5.45 square meters. President Masoud Pezeshkian’s administration has launched a reform plan focusing on management, curriculum, and vocational training to improve quality and equity in education, aiming to address infrastructural challenges within a year.
A delegation led by Shina Ansari from Iran’s Department of Environment is attending the Zero Waste Forum in Istanbul from October 17-19. The forum, organized by the Zero Waste Foundation and Turkish ministries, focuses on transforming waste management policies, mobilizing financial resources, and building international alliances. Iran faces severe waste management challenges, with improper handling of around 445,000 tons of waste daily, resulting in significant environmental damage estimated at $791 million annually. The Department of Environment is developing a national strategic plan to improve waste management practices, emphasizing waste reduction and recycling. The forum aims to foster global collaboration for sustainable solutions.
Sharif University of Technology excelled at the 49th International Collegiate Programming Contest (ICPC) 2025, held in Baku, Azerbaijan, by ranking first among West Asian countries and 16th globally. Their team, comprising Ali Safari, Alireza Keshavarz, and Amir-Mohammad Shahrezaei, solved nine out of twelve problems, outperforming prestigious institutions like the University of Cambridge and UC Berkeley. Additionally, Iranian students achieved notable success at the INNOVERSE International Invention & Innovation Expo, winning 13 medals, including three golds, for projects in advanced technologies and AI. These accomplishments highlight Iran’s emerging leadership in academia and innovation on the global stage.
In the 2025 Shanghai University Ranking, six Iranian universities are in the top 1,000, down from nine in 2024. Notably, Tehran University of Medical Sciences and University of Tehran rank within the 401-500 range. Other ranked institutions include Tarbiat Modares University (701-800) and several medical universities within the 801-1000 range. The ARWU evaluates over 2,500 universities based on objective indicators. Additionally, the Webometrics ranking identifies 64 Iranian medical universities, with notable improvements in several. In the QS World University Rankings, nine Iranian universities are recognized, maintaining their previous count, while the Round University Ranking acknowledges 36 Iranian universities, an increase from 32.