Founded in 2007, European University Cyprus is a for-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Nicosia (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Culture of Cyprus, European University Cyprus (EUC) is a medium-sized coeducational Cypriot higher education institution. European University Cyprus (EUC) 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 15 years old Cypriot higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. EUC 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.