Founded in 1946, University of Mindanao is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Davao City (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Davao Region. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Tagum City, Digos City. Officially recognized by the Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines, University of Mindanao (UM) is a large coeducational Philippine higher education institution. University of Mindanao (UM) 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 76 years old Philippine higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 90-100% making this Philippine higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UM also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.