Founded in 1962, Beijing Language and Culture University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Beijing (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of The People's Republic of China, Beijing Language and Culture University (BLCU) is a large coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Beijing Language and Culture University (BLCU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 60 years old Chinese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 80-90% making this Chinese higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. BLCU 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.