Founded in 2002, University of Technology Bahrain is a for-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the medium town of Salmabad (population range of 2,500-9,999 inhabitants), Bahrain Island. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Bahrain, University of Technology Bahrain (UTB) is a small coeducational Bahraini higher education institution. University of Technology Bahrain (UTB) 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 in several areas of study. This 19 years old Bahraini higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UTB also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.