Founded in 1974, Université Abdou Moumouni (Abdou Moumouni University) is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Niamey (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministère de l'Enseignement Supérieur de la Recherche et de l'Innovation, Niger (Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation of Niger), Université Abdou Moumouni (UAM) is a medium-sized coeducational Nigerien higher education institution. Université Abdou Moumouni (UAM) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. UAM also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.