Established in 1920, Universidad de Concepción (University of Concepción) is a private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Concepción (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Bio Bio. Officially recognized by the Comisión Nacional de Acreditación, Chile (National Accreditation Commission), Universidad de Concepción (UdeC) is a large coeducational Chilean higher education institution. Universidad de Concepción (UdeC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 102 years old Chilean higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. UdeC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.