Established in 1970, Université de Lomé (University of Lomé) is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Lomé (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministère de l'Enseignement Supérieur et de la Recherche, Togo (Ministry of Higher Education and Research of Togo), Université de Lomé (UB) is a very large coeducational Togolese higher education institution. Université de Lomé (UB) 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, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 52 years old Togolese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UB also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.