Established in 1942, University of Peradeniya is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Peradeniya (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Central Province. This institution also has a branch campus in Mahailluppallama and Dodangolla. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of Sri Lanka, University of Peradeniya (UPDN) is a large coeducational Sri Lankan higher education institution. University of Peradeniya (UPDN) 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 80 years old Sri Lankan higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 10-20% making this Sri Lankan higher education organization a most selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UPDN also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.