Established in 1964, Birla Institute of Technology and Science is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the rural setting of the large town of Pilani (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Rajasthan. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Goa, Hyderabad, Dubai. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) is a small coeducational Indian higher education institution. Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) 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 58 years old Indian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 10-20% making this Indian higher education organization a most selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. BITS 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.