Established in 2009, Akwa Ibom State University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Ikot Akpad (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Akwa Ibom. This institution also has a branch campus in Obio Akpa. Officially recognized by the National Universities Commission of Nigeria, Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU) is a medium-sized coeducational Nigerian higher education institution. Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 12 years old Nigerian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Nigerian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. AKSU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.