Founded in 1934, Tehran University of Medical Sciences is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Tehran (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). This institution also has a branch campus in Kish Island. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Health and Medical Education of Iran, Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS) is a large coeducational Iranian higher education institution. Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS) 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, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 88 years old Iranian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 10-20% making this Iranian higher education organization a most selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. TUMS 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.