Founded in 1984, Islamic Azad University, Semnan is a private higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Semnan (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Science, Research and Technology of Iran, Islamic Azad University, Semnan is a medium-sized coeducational Iranian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Islamic religion. Islamic Azad University, Semnan 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 38 years old Iranian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. Islamic Azad University, Semnan also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including as well as administrative services.