Established in 1906, University of Northern Philippines is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the small city of Vigan City (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Ilocos Region. Officially recognized by the Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines, University of Northern Philippines (UNP) is a coeducational Philippine higher education institution. University of Northern Philippines (UNP) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 116 years old Philippine higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. UNP also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.