Established in 1988, University of Abuja is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Abuja (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Federal Capital Territory. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, University of Abuja is a coeducational higher education institution. University of Abuja 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 31 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.