Established in 1991, Mekelle University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Mekelle (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Tigray Region. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Aynalem, Kalamino, Quiha. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Ethiopia, Mekelle University (MU) is a very large coeducational Ethiopian higher education institution. Mekelle University (MU) 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 31 years old Ethiopian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 80-90% making this Ethiopian higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible 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, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.