Founded in 2003, Islamic Azad University, Parand is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the large metropolis of Tehran (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). This institution also has a branch campus in Tehran. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Science, Research and Technology of Iran, Islamic Azad University, Parand (PIAU) is a medium-sized coeducational Iranian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Islamic religion. Islamic Azad University, Parand (PIAU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 19 years old Iranian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 0-10% making this Iranian higher education organization a most selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. PIAU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.