Established in 1966, Islamic Azad University, Ferdows is a private higher-education institution located in the large town of Ferdows (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), South Khorasan. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Science, Research and Technology of Iran, Islamic Azad University, Ferdows (IAUFer) is a coeducational Iranian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Islamic religion. Islamic Azad University, Ferdows (IAUFer) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. This 56 years old Iranian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. IAUFer also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.