Islamic University of Kyrgyzstan is a private higher-education institution located in 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, Islamic University of Kyrgyzstan (IUK) is a coeducational Kyrgyzstani higher education institution formally affiliated with the Islamic religion. Islamic University of Kyrgyzstan (IUK) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. IUK also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.