Founded in 1917, Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (Pontifical Catholic University of Peru) is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Lima (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministerio de Educación, Peru (Ministry of Education of Peru), Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (PUCP) is a large coeducational Peruvian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (PUCP) 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 105 years old Peruvian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. PUCP also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.