Founded in 1747, École des Ponts ParisTech (National School of Bridges and Roads) is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Champs sur Marne (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Ile-de-France. This institution also has a branch campus in Paris. Officially recognized by the Ministère de l'Enseignement supérieur, de la Recherche et de l'Innovation, France (Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation of France), École des Ponts ParisTech (ENPC) is a very small coeducational French higher education institution. École des Ponts ParisTech (ENPC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as master degrees in several areas of study. This 275 years old French higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 10-20% making this French higher education organization a most selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. ENPC 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, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.