Established in 1993, Asian Institute of Maritime Studies is a private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Pasay City (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), National Capital Region. Officially recognized by the Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines, Asian Institute of Maritime Studies (AIMS) is a coeducational Philippine higher education institution. Asian Institute of Maritime Studies (AIMS) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. AIMS also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.