Established in 2003, University of Science and Technology Korea is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Daejeon (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Korea, University of Science and Technology Korea (UST) is a very small coeducational South Korean higher education institution. University of Science and Technology Korea (UST) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 19 years old South Korean higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 10-20% making this South Korean higher education organization a most selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UST also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including housing, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.