Founded in 2013, Chittagong Independent University is a private higher-education institution located in the large metropolis of Chittagong (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of Bangladesh, Chittagong Independent University (CIU) is a coeducational Bangladeshi higher education institution. Chittagong Independent University (CIU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. CIU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.