Established in 1864, Université de Moncton (University of Moncton) is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Moncton (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), New Brunswick. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Edmundston, Shippagan. Officially recognized by the Department of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour of New Brunswick, Université de Moncton (UM) is a small coeducational Canadian higher education institution. Université de Moncton (UM) 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 158 years old Canadian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 50-60% making this Canadian higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UM 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.