Founded in 1896, Royal College of Art is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of London (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized/chartered by the Privy Council, Royal College of Art (RCA) is a small coeducational UK higher education institution. Royal College of Art (RCA) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 126 years old UK higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. RCA also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.