Established in 2006, Sylhet Agricultural University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Sylhet (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants). This institution also has a branch campus in Khadimnagar. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of Bangladesh, Sylhet Agricultural University (SAU) is a very small coeducational Bangladeshi higher education institution. Sylhet Agricultural University (SAU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. This 15 years old Bangladeshi higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 80-90% making this Bangladeshi higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. SAU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.