Founded in 1991, Elmergib University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium city of Al Khums (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Elmergib. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Msallata, Elgarboly, Gasr Akhyar. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Libya, Elmergib University (EMU) is a large coeducational Libyan higher education institution. Elmergib University (EMU) 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 31 years old Libyan 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 Libyan higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. EMU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.