Founded in 1818, Dalhousie University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Halifax (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Nova Scotia. This institution also has a branch campus in Truro. Officially recognized by the Department of Labour and Advanced Education of Nova Scotia, Dalhousie University is a large coeducational Canadian higher education institution. Dalhousie University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as master degrees in several areas of study. This 204 years old Canadian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 70-80% making this Canadian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. Dalhousie University 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.