Established in 2003, Northrise University is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Ndola (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Copperbelt. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education of Zambia, Northrise University (NU) is a very small coeducational Zambian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Nondenominational religion. Northrise University (NU) 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. This 19 years old Zambian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 50-60% making this Zambian higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. NU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, as well as administrative services.