Founded in 1926, Andhra University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Visakhapatnam (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Andhra Pradesh. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, Andhra University (AU) is a very large coeducational Indian higher education institution. Andhra University (AU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 96 years old Indian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. AU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.