Established in 1976, Minia University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Minya (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education of Egypt, Minia University is a very large coeducational Egyptian higher education institution. Minia University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. This 46 years old Egyptian 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 Egyptian higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Minia University 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.