Shahrekord, Iran – November 11, 2026 – Shahrekord University of Medical Sciences (SKUMS) held a specialized meeting with representatives of Lebanon’s Al-Afaq Institute at the School of Medicine to introduce the university’s academic capacities, explore opportunities for international student recruitment, and discuss potential educational cooperation with Lebanon. The meeting was attended by Dr. Yadollahi, Dean of the School of Medicine; Dr. Zahra Lorigooini, Director of International Affairs; and Dr. Sheikhi, Director General of Education at SKUMS, alongside representatives of the Lebanese delegation.

Presenting Academic Programs and Educational Capacities During the meeting, SKUMS representatives presented the university’s educational capabilities, academic programs, and available fields of study for international applicants. Detailed information was provided on different degree programs and the opportunities available to prospective Lebanese students interested in pursuing higher education in medical and health sciences. The presentation aimed to familiarize the Lebanese delegation with the university’s academic infrastructure, educational resources, and experience in training international students.

Discussing Tuition Fees and Admission Requirements An important part of the discussions focused on the practical aspects of international student admission. The participants reviewed tuition fees for various academic programs, admission requirements, eligibility criteria, and the conditions for enrollment at SKUMS. These discussions provided the delegation with a comprehensive overview of the academic and financial requirements for prospective Lebanese applicants and the procedures involved in their admission.

Exploring the Terms of a Memorandum of Understanding The two sides also discussed the proposed framework for institutional cooperation through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). Key topics included the proposed agreement’s terms and conditions, student recruitment procedures, the responsibilities of each institution, and mechanisms for facilitating educational cooperation. The discussions aimed to identify a clear framework for future collaboration and establish a basis for sustainable cooperation between SKUMS and Al-Afaq Institute.

Visiting Academic, Research, and Campus Facilities As part of the program, the Lebanese delegation visited the School of Medicine, the Basic Health Sciences Institute, student dormitories, and other facilities at SKUMS’s Rahmatiyeh Campus. The visit provided the delegation with an opportunity to gain first-hand insight into the university’s educational and research infrastructure, student accommodation, and campus facilities. It also offered a closer understanding of the academic environment and student services available to international students at SKUMS.

Strengthening International Student Recruitment from Lebanon This specialized meeting complemented the earlier high-level meeting between the President of SKUMS and the Deputy Director of Al-Afaq Institute, advancing discussions from general institutional relations toward practical arrangements for international student recruitment and educational cooperation. Through these initiatives, Shahrekord University of Medical Sciences seeks to expand its international academic partnerships, introduce its educational opportunities and campus facilities to prospective students in Lebanon, and strengthen its role as a destination for international medical and health sciences education.