Established in 2007, Wollega University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Nekemte (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Oromia. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Gimbi, Shambu. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Education, Ethiopia, Wollega University (WOU) is a large (EduListing enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Wollega University (WOU) 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 EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 13 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades.  The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Ethiopian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. 