Founded in 2001, BRAC University is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Dhaka (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). This institution also has a branch campus in Savar. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of Bangladesh, BRAC University (BRACU) is a small coeducational Bangladeshi higher education institution. BRAC University (BRACU) 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 in several areas of study. This 21 years old Bangladeshi higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 50-60% making this Bangladeshi higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. BRACU 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, as well as administrative services.