Established in 1991, Nnamdi Azikiwe University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium city of Awka (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Anambra. This institution also has a branch campus in Nnewi. Officially recognized by the National Universities Commission of Nigeria, Nnamdi Azikiwe University (NAU) is a very large coeducational Nigerian higher education institution. Nnamdi Azikiwe University (NAU) 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 31 years old Nigerian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 10-20% making this Nigerian higher education organization a most selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. NAU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.