Established in 2003, Uttara University is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Dhaka (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of Bangladesh, Uttara University (UU) is a medium-sized coeducational Bangladeshi higher education institution. Uttara University (UU) 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 Bangladeshi higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 80-90% making this Bangladeshi higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UU 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, as well as administrative services.