Established in 1937, University of Kerala is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Thiruvananthapuram (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Kerala. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, University of Kerala (KU) is a small coeducational Indian higher education institution. University of Kerala (KU) 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 85 years old Indian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 50-60% making this Indian higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. KU 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.