Established in 2007, Wollega University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Nekemte (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Oromia Region. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Gimbi, Shambu. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Ethiopia, Wollega University (WOU) is a large coeducational Ethiopian higher education institution. Wollega University (WOU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 15 years old Ethiopian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Ethiopian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. WOU also 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, as well as administrative services.