Established in 2004, Qassim University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Qassim (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Al-Qassim. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Buraydah, Unaizah, ar Rass, Al-Bukairyah, Muznib, Uqlat Assgoor, Badaya'a, Al-Khabra, Al Nabhanyah. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Saudi Arabia, Qassim University (QU) is a very large coeducational Saudi Arabian higher education institution. Qassim University (QU) 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 18 years old Saudi Arabian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 40-50% making this Saudi Arabian higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. QU 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, as well as administrative services.