Established in 1917, Medical University - Sofia is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Sofia (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Sofia City. This institution also has a branch campus in Vratca. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Science of Bulgaria, Medical University - Sofia (MU-Sofia) is a medium-sized coeducational Bulgarian higher education institution. Medical University - Sofia (MU-Sofia) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 104 years old Bulgarian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 90-100% making this Bulgarian higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. MU-Sofia 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.