Established in 2003, Cambodian Mekong University is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Phnom Penh (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports of Cambodia, Cambodian Mekong University (CMU) is a small coeducational Cambodian higher education institution. Cambodian Mekong University (CMU) 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 19 years old Cambodian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 20-30% making this Cambodian higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. CMU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.