Founded in 1812, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Nicaragua, Managua (National Autonomous University of Nicaragua, Managua) is a private higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Managua (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Consejo Nacional de Universidades, Nicaragua (National Council of Universities of Nicaragua), Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Nicaragua, Managua (UNAN-Managua) is a large coeducational Nicaraguan higher education institution. Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Nicaragua, Managua (UNAN-Managua) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 210 years old Nicaraguan higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. UNAN-Managua also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.