Founded in 1728, Universidad de La Habana (University of Havana) is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Havana (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), La Habana. Officially recognized by the Ministerio de Educación Superior, Cuba (Ministry of Higher Education of Cuba), Universidad de La Habana (UH) is a large coeducational Cuban higher education institution. Universidad de La Habana (UH) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. This 294 years old Cuban 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. UH also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.