Founded in 1984, Mother Teresa Women's University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the rural setting of the small city of Kodaikanal (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Tamil Nadu. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, Mother Teresa Women's University (MTWU) is a very small women only Indian higher education institution. Mother Teresa Women's University (MTWU) 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 38 years old Indian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 50-60% making this Indian higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. MTWU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.