Founded in 1991, University of Gharyan is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Gharyan (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Nalut. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Assabah , Mezda, Kikla , Nalut, Drj, Zintan, Bader, Jado. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Libya, University of Gharyan (GU) is a coeducational Libyan higher education institution formally affiliated with the Islamic religion. University of Gharyan (GU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as 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 29 years old Libyan higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 70-80% making this Libyan higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. GU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.