Established in 2004, Imam Al-Kadhum College is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Baghdad (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Basrah, Dyala, Wasit, Najaf, Dhiqar, Mesan, Diwania and Babel. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research of Iraq, Imam Al-Kadhum College (IKC) is a medium-sized coeducational Iraqi higher education institution formally affiliated with the Islamic religion. Imam Al-Kadhum College (IKC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. This 18 years old Iraqi higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 80-90% making this Iraqi higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. IKC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.