Established in 2003, Koya University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Koya (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Kurdistan.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Kurdistan Regional Government, Koya University (KOYU) is a very small (EduListing enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Koya University (KOYU) 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 17 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades.  The admission rate range is 70-80% making this Iraqi higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. 