Founded in 1096, University of Oxford is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Oxford (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), South East England. Officially recognized/chartered by the Privy Council, University of Oxford is a large coeducational UK higher education institution. University of Oxford offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. This 926 years old UK higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 20-30% making this UK higher education organization a very selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. University of Oxford 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.