Established in 2004, Asian Medical Institute is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Kant (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Chui. This institution also has a branch campus in Bishkek. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Science of Kyrgyzstan, Asian Medical Institute (ASMI) is a very small coeducational Kyrgyzstani higher education institution formally affiliated with the islamic religion. Asian Medical Institute (ASMI) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation) in several areas of study. This 18 years old Kyrgyzstani 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 Kyrgyzstani higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. ASMI 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, as well as administrative services.