Established in 1973, North Eastern Hill University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Shillong (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Meghalaya. This institution also has a branch campus in Tura. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, North Eastern Hill University (NEHU) is a small coeducational Indian higher education institution. North Eastern Hill University (NEHU) 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 49 years old Indian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 40-50% making this Indian higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. NEHU 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.