Founded in 1992, Kingston University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Kingston upon Thames (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), London. Officially recognized/chartered by the Privy Council, Kingston University is a large coeducational UK higher education institution. Kingston University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. This 30 years old UK higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. Kingston University 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.