Founded in 1977, Art University of Isfahan is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Isfahan (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Science, Research and Technology of Iran, Art University of Isfahan (AUI) is a small coeducational Iranian higher education institution. Art University of Isfahan (AUI) 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 45 years old Iranian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 40-50% making this Iranian higher education organization a averagely selective institution. AUI also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.