Established in 1975, South-West University "Neofit Rilski" is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Blagoevgrad (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Science of Bulgaria, South-West University "Neofit Rilski" (SWU) is a large coeducational Bulgarian higher education institution. South-West University "Neofit Rilski" (SWU) 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 47 years old Bulgarian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 20-30% making this Bulgarian higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. SWU 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, as well as administrative services.