Founded in 1987, Gaziantep Üniversitesi (Gaziantep University) is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Gaziantep (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the YÖK - Yüksekögretim Kurulu (YÖK - Council of Higher Education), Gaziantep Üniversitesi (GAÜN) is a very large coeducational Turkish higher education institution. Gaziantep Üniversitesi (GAÜN) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 35 years old Turkish 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 Turkish higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. GAÜN 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.