Established in 1996, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Anuradhapura (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), North Central Province. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Puliyankulama, Saaliyapura. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of Sri Lanka, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka (RUSL) is a small coeducational Sri Lankan higher education institution. Rajarata University of Sri Lanka (RUSL) 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 in several areas of study. This 26 years old Sri Lankan higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 10-20% making this Sri Lankan higher education organization a most selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. RUSL 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.