Established in 2007, Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Kakamega (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Nairobi, Bungoma, Kaimosi, Bumbe. Officially recognized by the Commission for University Education of Kenya, Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) is a small coeducational Kenyan higher education institution. Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) 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 15 years old Kenyan higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 70-80% making this Kenyan higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. MMUST also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.