Established in 1991, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Hong Kong (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Nansha, Shenzen. Officially recognized by the Education Bureau of Hong Kong SAR, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) is a large coeducational HK higher education institution. The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. This 30 years old HK higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. HKUST 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.