Established in 1999, Igbinedion University Okada is a for-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the medium town of Okada (population range of 2,500-9,999 inhabitants), Edo. This institution also has a branch campus in Benin City. Officially recognized by the National Universities Commission of Nigeria, Igbinedion University Okada (IUO) is a small coeducational Nigerian higher education institution. Igbinedion University Okada (IUO) 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 23 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 70-80% making this Nigerian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. IUO 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, as well as administrative services.