Founded in 1972, Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Kerman (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants). This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Bardsir, Zarand, Baft. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Science, Research and Technology of Iran, Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman (SBUK) is a large coeducational Iranian higher education institution. Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman (SBUK) 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 50 years old Iranian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 70-80% making this Iranian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. SBUK 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, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.