Founded in 2004, Islamic University of Najaf is a private higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Najaf (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research of Iraq, Islamic University of Najaf is a medium-sized coeducational Iraqi higher education institution formally affiliated with the Islamic religion. Islamic University of Najaf offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. Islamic University of Najaf also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.