Founded in 2016, Manara University is a for-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Baniyas (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Tartus. This institution also has a branch campus in Latakia. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education of Syria, Manara University (MU) is a very small coeducational Syrian higher education institution. Manara University (MU) 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 in several areas of study. This 6 years old Syrian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Syrian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. MU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.