Founded in 1918, Osmania University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Hyderabad (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Telangana. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, Osmania University (OU) is a very large coeducational Indian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Islamic religion. Osmania University (OU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. OU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.