Established in 1983, Islamic Azad University, Sanandaj Branch is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Sanandaj (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Kurdistan.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Science Research and Technology, Iran, Islamic Azad University, Sanandaj Branch (IAUSDJ) is a large (EduListing enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution formally affiliated with the Islamic religion. Islamic Azad University, Sanandaj Branch (IAUSDJ) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 37 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations.  The admission rate range is 70-80% making this Iranian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. 