Established in 2007, Wolaita Sodo University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Sodo (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), SNNPR. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Bodity, Areka, Humbo, Otona, Tercha. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Ethiopia, Wolaita Sodo University (WSU) is a very large coeducational Ethiopian higher education institution. Wolaita Sodo University (WSU) 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 15 years old Ethiopian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 50-60% making this Ethiopian higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. WSU 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.