Founded in 1913, Uganda Christian University is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Mukono (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Central Region. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Kabale, Arua, Mbale, Kampala. Officially recognized by the The National Council for Higher Education of Uganda, Uganda Christian University (UCU) is a medium-sized coeducational Ugandan higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Anglican religion. Uganda Christian University (UCU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. This 109 years old Ugandan higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UCU 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, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.