Established in 1995, International Islamic University, Chittagong is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the rural setting of the large metropolis of Chittagong (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of Bangladesh, International Islamic University, Chittagong (IIUC) is a very large coeducational Bangladeshi higher education institution formally affiliated with the Islamic religion. International Islamic University, Chittagong (IIUC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. This 27 years old Bangladeshi higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 30-40% making this Bangladeshi higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. IIUC 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.