Established in 2001, Sohar University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the large town of Sohar (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Al Batinah North.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education, Oman, Sohar University  is a medium-sized (EduListing enrollment range: 6,000-6,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Sohar University 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. 