Established in 1951, Tianjin Medical University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Tianjin (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Tianjin Municipal Education Commission, Tianjin Medical University (TMU) is a medium-sized coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Tianjin Medical University (TMU) 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 71 years old Chinese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Chinese higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. TMU 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.