Established in 1972, Universidad Ana G. Méndez, Recinto de Gurabo (Ana G. Méndez University, Gurabo Campus) is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Gurabo (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, Universidad Ana G. Méndez, Recinto de Gurabo (UAGM Gurabo) is a large coeducational Puerto Rican higher education institution. Universidad Ana G. Méndez, Recinto de Gurabo (UAGM Gurabo) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 50 years old Puerto Rican higher-education institution has a selective admission policy This higher education institution has an open admission policy. UAGM Gurabo also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.