Established in 1957, Hue University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Hue (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), North Central Coast. This institution also has a branch campus in Dong Ha and Ha Tinh. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Training of Vietnam, Hue University (HU) is a large coeducational Vietnamese higher education institution. Hue University (HU) 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 65 years old Vietnamese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 70-80% making this Vietnamese higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. HU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.