Established in 1967, Universidade da Região de Joinville (University of the Region of Joinville) is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Joinville (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Santa Catarina. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: São Bento do Sul, São Francisco do Sul. Officially recognized by the Ministério da Educação, Brazil (Ministry of Education of Brazil), Universidade da Região de Joinville (UNIVILLE) is a medium-sized coeducational Brazilian higher education institution. Universidade da Região de Joinville (UNIVILLE) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 55 years old Brazilian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Brazilian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UNIVILLE also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.