Established in 1996, The Institute of International Studies is a private higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Ulaanbaatar (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Mongolian National Council for Education Accreditation, The Institute of International Studies is a coeducational Mongolian higher education institution. The Institute of International Studies offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. The Institute of International Studies also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including as well as administrative services.