Established in 2009, Akwa Ibom State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Ikot Akpad (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Akwa Ibom. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Obio Akpa. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU) is a medium-sized (EduListing enrollment range: 8,000-8,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 10 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 Nigerian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. 