Established in 1978, The Islamic University of Gaza is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium-sized city of Gaza City (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Gaza Strip.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education, Palestinian Territory, The Islamic University of Gaza (IUG) is a large (EduListing enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational higher education institution formally affiliated with the Islamic religion. The Islamic University of Gaza (IUG) 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 42 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades.  The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Palestinian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. 