Established in 1981, The University of Agriculture, Peshawar is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Peshawar (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. This institution also has a branch campus in Mardan. Officially recognized by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan, The University of Agriculture, Peshawar (UAP) is a medium-sized coeducational Pakistani higher education institution. The University of Agriculture, Peshawar (UAP) 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 41 years old Pakistani higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Pakistani higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UAP 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.