Founded in 1919, The Philippine Women's University is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Manila (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), National Capital Region. This institution also has a branch campus in Quezon City. Officially recognized by the Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines, The Philippine Women's University (PWU) is a medium-sized coeducational Philippine higher education institution. The Philippine Women's University (PWU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. PWU 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.