Founded in 1966, Can Tho University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Can Tho (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Mekong Delta. This institution also has a branch campus in Hau Giang. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Training of Vietnam, Can Tho University (CTU) is a very large coeducational Vietnamese higher education institution. Can Tho University (CTU) 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 56 years old Vietnamese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 0-10% making this Vietnamese higher education organization a most selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. CTU 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.