Founded in 1968, Universidade de Vassouras (Vassouras University) is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Vassouras (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Rio de Janeiro. Officially recognized by the Ministério da Educação, Brazil (Ministry of Education of Brazil), Universidade de Vassouras is a small coeducational Brazilian higher education institution. Universidade de Vassouras offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation) in several areas of study. This 53 years old Brazilian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 70-80% making this Brazilian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. Universidade de Vassouras also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.