Founded in 1965, Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila (University of the City of Manila) is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Manila (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), National Capital Region. Officially recognized by the Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines, Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila (PLM) is a large coeducational Philippine higher education institution. Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila (PLM) 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 57 years old Philippine higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 0-10% making this Philippine higher education organization a most selective institution. PLM 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.