Founded in 1956, Laguna State Polytechnic University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Sta. Cruz (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Calabarzon. This institution also has a branch campus in Los Baños. Officially recognized by the Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines, Laguna State Polytechnic University (LSPU) is a medium-sized coeducational Philippine higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Laguna State Polytechnic University (LSPU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 66 years old Philippine higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 10-20% making this Philippine higher education organization a most selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. LSPU 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.