Established in 1969, University of Prince Edward Island is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Charlottetown (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Prince Edward Island. Officially recognized by the Department of Workforce and Advanced Learning of Prince Edward Island, University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) is a small coeducational Canadian higher education institution. University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 53 years old Canadian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Canadian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UPEI also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.