Founded in 1982, Bharathidasan University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Tiruchirappalli (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Tamil Nadu. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, Bharathidasan University (BDU) is a small coeducational Indian higher education institution. Bharathidasan University (BDU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 40 years old Indian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. BDU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.