Founded in 1973, Bethlehem University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium-sized town of Bethlehem (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), West Bank.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education, Palestinian Territory, Bethlehem University (BU) is a small (EduListing enrollment range: 3,000-3,999 students) coeducational higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Bethlehem University (BU) 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 in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 47 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 30-40% making this Palestinian higher education organization a very selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. 