Established in 1988, Harare Institute of Technology is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Harare (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education of Zimbabwe, Harare Institute of Technology (HIT) is a small coeducational Zimbabwean higher education institution. Harare Institute of Technology (HIT) 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 in several areas of study. This 34 years old Zimbabwean higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 70-80% making this Zimbabwean higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. HIT also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.