Established in 1946, University of Batangas is a private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Batangas City (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Calabarzon. Officially recognized by the Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines, University of Batangas (UB) is a coeducational Philippine higher education institution. University of Batangas (UB) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. UB also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, as well as administrative services.