Established in 1999, Busoga University is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Iganga (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Eastern Region. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Jinja, Kamuli, Bugiri, Kaliro, Pallisa. Officially recognized by the The National Council for Higher Education of Uganda, Busoga University (BU) is a small coeducational Ugandan higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Anglican religion. Busoga University (BU) 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 23 years old Ugandan higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 50-60% making this Ugandan higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. BU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.