Established in 1986, Makassed University of Beirut is a private higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Beirut (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministère de l'Education et de l'Enseignement supérieur, Liban (Ministry of Education and Higher Education of Lebanon), Makassed University of Beirut (MU) is a coeducational Lebanese higher education institution. Makassed University of Beirut (MU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. This 36 years old Lebanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. MU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.