Established in 2004, Université de Kairouan (University of Kairouan) is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the rural setting of the small city of Kairouan (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministère de l'Enseignement Supérieur et de la Recherche Scientifique, Tunisie (Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Tunisia), Université de Kairouan (UnivK) is a large coeducational Tunisian higher education institution. Université de Kairouan (UnivK) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 17 years old Tunisian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Tunisian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UnivK also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.