Founded in 1988, Islamic University in Uganda is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium city of Mbale (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Eastern Region. This institution also has a branch campus in Kampala. Officially recognized by the The National Council for Higher Education of Uganda, Islamic University in Uganda (IUIU) is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 7,000-7,999 students) coeducational Ugandan higher education institution formally affiliated with the Islamic religion. Islamic University in Uganda (IUIU) 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. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 32 years old Ugandan higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Ugandan higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. IUIU 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.
