Established in 2012, Solomon Islands National University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the small city of Honiara (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Human Resource Development of the Solomon Islands, Solomon Islands National University (SINU) is a small coeducational Solomon Islander higher education institution. Solomon Islands National University (SINU) 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 in several areas of study. This 10 years old Solomon Islander higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 30-40% making this Solomon Islander higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. SINU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.