Founded in 1911, The University of Hong Kong 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). Officially recognized by the Education Bureau of Hong Kong SAR, The University of Hong Kong (HKU) is a large coeducational HK higher education institution. The University of Hong Kong (HKU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 111 years old HK higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. HKU 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.