Established in 1978, The Islamic University of Gaza is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Gaza City (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Gaza Strip. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education of the Palestinian Territory, The Islamic University of Gaza (IUG) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational Palestinian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Islamic religion. The Islamic University of Gaza (IUG) 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 42 years old Palestinian 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 Palestinian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. IUG 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, as well as administrative services.
