Founded in 1999, American University of Integrative Sciences is a for-profit private higher-education institution located in the rural setting of the medium town of Belleville (population range of 2,500-9,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Youth and Sports of Sint Maarten, American University of Integrative Sciences (AUIS) is a very small coeducational Barbadian higher education institution. American University of Integrative Sciences (AUIS) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. This 23 years old Barbadian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. AUIS also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, as well as administrative services.