Founded in 1971, Universität Bremen (University of Bremen) is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the large city of Bremen (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Senatorin für Bildung und Wissenschaft, Bremen (Bremen Senator for Education and Science), Universität Bremen (UB) is a large coeducational German higher education institution. Universität Bremen (UB) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. This 51 years old German higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UB also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.