Established in 1901, Philippine Normal University 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. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Prosperidad, Alicia, Cadiz City, Lopez. Officially recognized by the Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines, Philippine Normal University (PNU) is a large coeducational Philippine higher education institution. Philippine Normal University (PNU) 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 120 years old Philippine higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 30-40% making this Philippine higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. PNU 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, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.