Established in 1983, Islamic Azad University, Sanandaj Branch is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Sanandaj (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Kurdistan. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Science, Research and Technology of Iran, Islamic Azad University, Sanandaj Branch (IAUSDJ) is a large coeducational Iranian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Islamic religion. Islamic Azad University, Sanandaj Branch (IAUSDJ) 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 in several areas of study. This 39 years old Iranian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 70-80% making this Iranian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. IAUSDJ 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, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.