Founded in 1290, Università degli Studi di Macerata (University of Macerata) is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Macerata (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Marche. 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 Macerata (UNIMC) is a large coeducational Italian higher education institution. Università degli Studi di Macerata (UNIMC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UNIMC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.