Established in 1996, Al-Balqa' Applied University is a for-profit public higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Al-Salt (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Balqa. This institution also has a branch campus in Sareeh. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Jordan, Al-Balqa' Applied University (BAU) is a small coeducational Jordanian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Islamic religion. Al-Balqa' Applied University (BAU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 26 years old Jordanian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 70-80% making this Jordanian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. BAU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, as well as administrative services.