Founded in 2005, Fayoum University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Faiyum (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants).  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education, Egypt, Fayoum University (FYM) is a large (EduListing enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Fayoum University (FYM) 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, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 15 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 Egyptian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. 