Founded in 1975, Davao Doctors College is a private higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Davao City (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Davao Region. Officially recognized by the Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines, Davao Doctors College (DDC) is a very small coeducational Philippine higher education institution. Davao Doctors College (DDC) 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 in several areas of study. This 47 years old Philippine higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 50-60% making this Philippine higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. DDC 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.