Established in 1995, University of the Philippines Mindanao is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the rural setting of the metropolis of Davao City (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Davao Region. Officially recognized by the Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines, University of the Philippines Mindanao (UPMIN) is a very small coeducational Philippine higher education institution. University of the Philippines Mindanao (UPMIN) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. This 27 years old Philippine higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 10-20% making this Philippine higher education organization a most selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UPMIN also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.