Founded in 2014, Georgetown American University is a private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Georgetown (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Demerara-Mahaica. Officially recognized by the National Accreditation Council of Guyana, Georgetown American University (GAU) is a very small coeducational Guyanese higher education institution. Georgetown American University (GAU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 8 years old Guyanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 50-60% making this Guyanese higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. GAU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.