Established in 1984, Ionian University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Corfu (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Ionian Islands. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Lefkada, Argostoli, Lixouri, Zakynthos. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Research and Religious Affairs of Greece, Ionian University (IU) is a large coeducational Greek higher education institution. Ionian University (IU) 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 38 years old Greek higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. IU 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.