Established in 1986, Al Wasl University is a private higher-education institution located in 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 Wasl University is a very small coeducational Emirati higher education institution formally affiliated with the Islamic religion. Al Wasl University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Al Wasl University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.