Founded in 1971, Lampang Rajabhat University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Lampang (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation of Thailand, Lampang Rajabhat University (LPRU) is a large coeducational Thai higher education institution. Lampang Rajabhat University (LPRU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. This 51 years old Thai higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 50-60% making this Thai higher education organization a averagely selective institution. LPRU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.