Founded in 2007, Masdar Institute of Science and Technology is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small town of Masdar City (population range of 2,500-9,999 inhabitants), Abu Dhabi. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Education, UAE, Masdar Institute of Science and Technology (MIST) is a very small (uniRank enrollment range: under-250 students) coeducational higher education institution. Masdar Institute of Science and Technology (MIST) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 11 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 20-30% making this Emirati higher education organization a very selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.