Established in 1986, Omdurman Ahlia University is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Omdurman (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Khartoum. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Sudan, Omdurman Ahlia University (OUA) is a medium-sized coeducational Sudanese higher education institution. Omdurman Ahlia University (OUA) 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 36 years old Sudanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 20-30% making this Sudanese higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. OUA also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.