Founded in 1968, Anton de Kom Universiteit van Suriname (Anton de Kom University of Suriname) is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Paramaribo (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). This institution also has a branch campus in Nw. Nickerie. Officially recognized by the Ministerie van Onderwijs, Wetenschap en Cultuur, Suriname (Ministry of Education, Science and Culture of Suriname), Anton de Kom Universiteit van Suriname (AdeKUS) is a small coeducational Surinamese higher education institution. Anton de Kom Universiteit van Suriname (AdeKUS) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. This 54 years old Surinamese 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. AdeKUS also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.