Established in 2006, The American University of Afghanistan is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Kabul (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education of Afghanistan, The American University of Afghanistan (AUAF) is a very small coeducational Afghan higher education institution. The American University of Afghanistan (AUAF) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. This 16 years old Afghan 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 Afghan higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. AUAF also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.