Established in 2007, Alfaisal University is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Riyadh (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Saudi Arabia, Alfaisal University is a very small coeducational Saudi Arabian higher education institution. Alfaisal University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. This 15 years old Saudi Arabian 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 Saudi Arabian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Alfaisal University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.