Established in 2000, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Uli (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Anambra. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Igbariam, Awka. Officially recognized by the National Universities Commission of Nigeria, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU) is a large coeducational Nigerian higher education institution. Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 22 years old Nigerian 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 Nigerian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. COOU 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.