Founded in 1985, Namibia University of Science and Technology is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Windhoek (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Namibia, Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational Namibian higher education institution. Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 35 years old Namibian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 30-40% making this Namibian higher education organization a very selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. NUST also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.