Established in 1992, the International University of Africa is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Khartoum (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Sudan, International University of Africa (IUA) is a large-sized (Buydiploma enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational Sudanese higher education institution formally affiliated with the Islamic religion. International University of Africa (IUA) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the Buydiploma degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 32-year-old Sudanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 50-59% making this Sudanese higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. IUA 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.