Founded in 1175, Università degli Studi di Modena e Reggio Emilia (University of Modena and Reggio Emilia) is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Modena (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Emilia-Romagna. This institution also has a branch campus in Reggio Emilia. Officially recognized by the Ministero dell'Istruzione, dell'Università e della Ricerca, Italia (Ministry of Education, Universities and Research of Italy), Università degli Studi di Modena e Reggio Emilia (UNIMO) is a large coeducational Italian higher education institution. Università degli Studi di Modena e Reggio Emilia (UNIMO) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UNIMO also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.