Established in 1887, Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the large metropolis of Bangkok (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation of Thailand, Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University (MCU) is a coeducational Thai higher education institution formally affiliated with the Buddhist religion. Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University (MCU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. MCU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.