Established in 1993, International University of Kyrgyzstan is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Bishkek (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Science of Kyrgyzstan, International University of Kyrgyzstan (IUK) is a small coeducational Kyrgyzstani higher education institution. International University of Kyrgyzstan (IUK) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 29 years old Kyrgyzstani higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 10-20% making this Kyrgyzstani higher education organization a most selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. IUK also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.