Established in 1972, Universidad de Matanzas (University of Matanzas) is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the large city of Matanzas (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministerio de Educación Superior, Cuba (Ministry of Higher Education of Cuba), Universidad de Matanzas (UM) is a medium-sized coeducational Cuban higher education institution. Universidad de Matanzas (UM) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. UM also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.