Established in 1988, Université Caraibe (University of Caraibe) is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Port-au-Prince (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), West Department. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Montrouis, LaGonave. Officially recognized by the Ministère de l'Éducation Nationale et de la Formation Professionnelle, Haiti (Ministry of National Education and Vocational Training of Haiti), Université Caraibe (UC) is a very small coeducational Haitian higher education institution. Université Caraibe (UC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. This 34 years old Haitian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 50-60% making this Haitian higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.