Established in 1970, Athlone Institute of Technology is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Athlone (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), County Westmeath. Officially recognized by the Department of Education and Skills of Ireland, Athlone Institute of Technology (AIT) is a small coeducational Irish higher education institution. Athlone Institute of Technology (AIT) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 52 years old Irish higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 50-60% making this Irish higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. AIT also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.