Established in 1950, Université Saint-Esprit de Kaslik (Holy Spirit University of Kaslik) is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Jounieh (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Mount Lebanon. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Zahle, Chekka, Rmeich, Jbeil. Officially recognized by the Ministère de l'Education et de l'Enseignement supérieur, Liban (Ministry of Education and Higher Education of Lebanon), Université Saint-Esprit de Kaslik (USEK) is a medium-sized coeducational Lebanese higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Université Saint-Esprit de Kaslik (USEK) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 72 years old Lebanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Lebanese higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. USEK 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.