Established in 1967, Ashkelon Academic College is a public higher-education institution located in the small city of Ashkelon (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Southern District. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Israel, Ashkelon Academic College (AAC) is a coeducational Israeli higher education institution. Ashkelon Academic College (AAC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. AAC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.