Established in 1902, Hanoi Medical University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the large metropolis of Hanoi (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Red River Delta. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Training of Vietnam, Hanoi Medical University (HMU) is a medium-sized coeducational Vietnamese higher education institution. Hanoi Medical University (HMU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 120 years old Vietnamese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 30-40% making this Vietnamese higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. HMU 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.