Founded in 1962, Universidad La Salle (La Salle University) is a private higher-education institution located in the large metropolis of Mexico City (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). This institution also has a branch campus in Tlalpan. Officially recognized by the Secretaría de Educación Pública, Mexico (Secretariat of Public Education of Mexico), Universidad La Salle (ULSA) is a coeducational Mexican higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Universidad La Salle (ULSA) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. ULSA 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.