Established in 1975, Birzeit University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small town of Birzeit (population range of 2,500-9,999 inhabitants), West Bank. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education, Palestinian Territory, Birzeit University (BZU) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Birzeit University (BZU) 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 uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 44 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 70-80% making this Palestinian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.