Founded in 2004, MIT University Dakar is a private higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Dakar (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministère de l'Enseignement supérieur et de la Recherche, Senegal (Ministry of Higher Education and Research of Senegal), MIT University Dakar is a coeducational Senegalese higher education institution. MIT University Dakar 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. MIT University Dakar also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.