Established in 2010, Paragon International University is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Phnom Penh (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports of Cambodia, Paragon International University (PIU) is a very small coeducational Cambodian higher education institution. Paragon International University (PIU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 12 years old Cambodian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 20-30% making this Cambodian higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. PIU 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, as well as administrative services.