Established in 1974, University of the Fraser Valley is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Abbotsford (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), British Columbia. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Chilliwack, Mission, Hope, Agassiz. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills & Training of British Columbia, University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) is a large coeducational Canadian higher education institution. University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) 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 in several areas of study. This 48 years old Canadian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UFV 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.