Established in 1989, Universidad de Aconcagua (University of Aconcagua, Chile) is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Viña del Mar (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Valparaiso. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: La Serena, San Felipe, Santiagi, Limache, La Ligua. Officially recognized by the Ministerio de Educación, Chile (Ministry of Education of Chile), Universidad de Aconcagua (UAC) is a medium-sized coeducational Chilean higher education institution. Universidad de Aconcagua (UAC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 32 years old Chilean higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UAC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.