Founded in 2001, Universidad Cristiana Autónoma de Nicaragua (Christian Autonomous University of Nicaragua) is a private higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Managua (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Consejo Nacional de Universidades, Nicaragua (National Council of Universities of Nicaragua), Universidad Cristiana Autónoma de Nicaragua (UCAN) is a coeducational Nicaraguan higher education institution. Universidad Cristiana Autónoma de Nicaragua (UCAN) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. UCAN also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.