Founded in 1936, Tata Institute of Social Sciences is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Mumbai (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Maharashtra. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) is a very small coeducational Indian higher education institution. Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. TISS also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.