Higher education in Iran before the revolution was highly valued and considered essential for social mobility. The country had several prestigious universities, including the University of Tehran, Shiraz University, and the University of Isfahan. Higher education institutions offered a wide range of academic programs in fields such as engineering, medicine, humanities, and natural sciences. The education system in Iran before the revolution was overseen by the Ministry of Education, which was responsible for setting educational policies, curriculum development, and teacher training. The government invested heavily in education, providing free education to all citizens and ensuring that schools were accessible to students across the country.
