Founded in 1996, October 6 University is a  private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of 6th of October City (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Giza.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education, Egypt, October 6 University (O6U) is a large (EduListing enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. October 6 University (O6U) 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 24 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. 