Established in 2006, Kafr el sheikh University (KFS) is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the metropolis of Kafr El Sheikh (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Kafr el-Sheikh. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education of Egypt, Kafrelsheikh University (KFS) is a large coeducational Egyptian higher education institution. Kafr el sheikh University (KFS) 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, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 14 years old Egyptian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 70-80% making this Egyptian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Kafr el sheikh University (KFS) provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.