Founded in 1912, St. Paul University Manila is a private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Manila (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), National Capital Region. Officially recognized by the Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines, St. Paul University Manila (SPUM) is a coeducational Philippine higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. St. Paul University Manila (SPUM) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. SPUM also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.