Established in 1986, The University of Central Thailand is a private higher-education institution located in the small city of Nakhon Sawan (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation of Thailand, The University of Central Thailand (UCT) is a coeducational Thai higher education institution. The University of Central Thailand (UCT) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. UCT also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.