Established in 1905, Iloilo Science and Technology University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Iloilo City (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Western Visayas. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Dumangas, Miagao, Barotac Nuevo. Officially recognized by the Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines, Iloilo Science and Technology University (ISAT U) is a large coeducational Philippine higher education institution. Iloilo Science and Technology University (ISAT U) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 117 years old Philippine higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. ISAT U also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.