Founded in 1965, Aldersgate College is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Solano (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Cagayan Valley. This institution also has a branch campus in Baguio City. Officially recognized by the Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines, Aldersgate College (AC) is a large coeducational Philippine higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Methodist religion. Aldersgate College (AC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 57 years old Philippine higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. AC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.