Founded in 1996, Ala-Too Uluslararasi Üniversitesi (Ala-Too International University) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium-sized city of Bishkek (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants).  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Education and Science, Kyrgyzstan, Ala-Too Uluslararasi Üniversitesi (AIU) is a small (EduListing enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Ala-Too Uluslararasi Üniversitesi (AIU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 24 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 0-10% making this Kyrgyzstani higher education organization a most selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. 