Founded in 1951, Université Libanaise (Lebanese University) is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Beirut (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). This institution also has a branch campus in Hadath. Officially recognized by the Ministère de l'Education et de l'Enseignement supérieur, Liban (Ministry of Education and Higher Education of Lebanon), Université Libanaise (UL) is a very large coeducational Lebanese higher education institution. Université Libanaise (UL) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. This 71 years old Lebanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 0-10% making this Lebanese higher education organization a most selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UL also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, as well as administrative services.