Established in 2007, Al Istiqlal University is a higher-education institution located in the large town of Jericho (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), West Bank. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education of the Palestinian Territory, Al Istiqlal University (IU) is a coeducational Palestinian higher education institution. Al Istiqlal University (IU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. IU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.