Founded in 1925, University of Pangasinan is a private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Dagupan City (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Ilocos Region. Officially recognized by the Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines, University of Pangasinan (UP) is a medium-sized coeducational Philippine higher education institution. University of Pangasinan (UP) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 97 years old Philippine higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UP also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, as well as administrative services.