Founded in 1993, Jalalabad State University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Jalal-Abad (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Science of Kyrgyzstan, Jalalabad State University (JASU) is a large coeducational Kyrgyzstani higher education institution. Jalalabad State University (JASU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 29 years old Kyrgyzstani higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 50-60% making this Kyrgyzstani higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. JASU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.