Established in 1996, Central America Health Sciences University, Belize Medical College is a for-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Belize City (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Belize. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports of Belize, Central America Health Sciences University, Belize Medical College (CAHSU) is a very small coeducational Belizean higher education institution. Central America Health Sciences University, Belize Medical College (CAHSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 26 years old Belizean higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Belizean higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. CAHSU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.