Founded in 1952, University of Guam is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the rural setting of the large town of Mangilao (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, University of Guam (UOG) is a small coeducational Guamanian higher education institution. University of Guam (UOG) 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 in several areas of study. This 70 years old Guamanian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy This higher education institution has an open admission policy. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UOG also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.