Founded in 1999, Al Ghurair University is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Dubai (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially licensed by the Ministry of Education of the United Arab Emirates, Al Ghurair University (AGU) is a small coeducational Emirati higher education institution. Al Ghurair University (AGU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Emirati higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. AGU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, as well as administrative services.