Founded in 1391, Università degli Studi di Ferrara (University of Ferrara) is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the small city of Ferrara (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Emilia-Romagna. Officially recognized by the Ministero dell'Istruzione, dell'Università e della Ricerca, Italia (Ministry of Education, Universities and Research of Italy), Università degli Studi di Ferrara (UNIFE) is a large coeducational Italian higher education institution. Università degli Studi di Ferrara (UNIFE) 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. UNIFE 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.