Established in 1978, Islamic University of Gaza is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Gaza City (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Gaza Strip. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Khan Yunis, Al Zahra. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education of the Palestinian Territory, Islamic University of Gaza (IUG) is a large coeducational Palestinian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Islamic religion. Islamic University of Gaza (IUG) 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, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 44 years old Palestinian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Palestinian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. IUG also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.