Founded in 1908, Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Bacnotan (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Ilocos Region. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: City of San Fernando, Agoo. Officially recognized by the Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines, Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University (DMMMSU) is a medium-sized coeducational Philippine higher education institution. Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University (DMMMSU) 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 114 years old Philippine higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 30-40% making this Philippine higher education organization a very selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. DMMMSU 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.