Founded in 1999, Madonna University, Nigeria is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Elele (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Rivers. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Okija, Akpugo. Officially recognized by the National Universities Commission of Nigeria, Madonna University, Nigeria (MAU) is a large coeducational Nigerian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Madonna University, Nigeria (MAU) 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 23 years old Nigerian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 50-60% making this Nigerian higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. MAU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.