Established in 2003, American University of Europe is a for-profit private higher-education institution located in the rural setting of the large city of Skopje (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants). This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Struga, Gostivar, Strumica. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Science of North Macedonia, American University of Europe (AUE-FON) is a small coeducational North Macedonian higher education institution. American University of Europe (AUE-FON) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. This 19 years old North Macedonian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 70-80% making this North Macedonian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. AUE-FON 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.