Established in 1961, Bangladesh Agricultural University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Mymensingh (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Dhaka. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of Bangladesh, Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU) is a medium-sized coeducational Bangladeshi higher education institution. Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU) 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 61 years old Bangladeshi higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 0-10% making this Bangladeshi higher education organization a most selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. BAU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.