Established in 1977, Faryab University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Maymana (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Faryab. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education of Afghanistan, Faryab University (FU) is a very small coeducational Afghan higher education institution. Faryab University (FU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 45 years old Afghan higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 50-60% making this Afghan higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. FU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.