Islamic Azad University of Tabriz is the first branch of the Islamic Azad University (IAU). This university was established on Nov. 13, 1982, and began its educational activities admitting 150 students in the fields of mathematics, physics, and civil engineering.During decades, with trust in God and the endeavors of its managers, professors, and employees, through precise planning and employing appropriate strategies, this university has succeeded in gaining remarkable academic and cultural progress, from which we can mention ranking 4th among nearly 400 branches of the Islamic Azad University and ranking 41st among all universities in Iran based on the report of Scimago institutions ranking. At the time being, Tabriz branch, as a comprehensive university, enjoys committed and motivated human resources, including 1127 professors (full time, part time, and invited), more than 26000 students, 850 staff, and 85000 graduated students. This academic pole in the northwest of Iran, in line with the goals of IAU, has targeted producing and developing modern technologies and knowledge in order to attain a scientific position and ongoing progress, with a focus on both science and economy. Therefore, currently, this branch has 12 faculties, 237 fields of study offering different degrees, 3 technical and vocational colleges, 8 schools offering primary to pre-university education (SAMA), 2 hospitals, namely Imam Sajad (peace be upon him) and Zakariya, 5 libraries (with more than 230000 books), 134 laboratories and specialty workshops, 11 research and development centers, 13 internet sites, a veterinary clinic, conference and meeting halls, a consulting center, a canteen, 2 multipurpose gyms, 4 dormitories, 2 guest houses, etc.