Founded in 1842, Technische Universiteit Delft (Delft University of Technology) is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Delft (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), South Holland. Officially recognized by the Ministerie van Onderwijs, Cultuur en Wetenschap, Nederland (Ministry of Education, Culture and Science of the Netherlands), Technische Universiteit Delft (TU Delft) is a large coeducational Dutch higher education institution. Technische Universiteit Delft (TU Delft) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. This 180 years old Dutch higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Dutch higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. TU Delft 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, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.