Founded in 1999, Université de Technologie de Belfort-Montbéliard (University of Technology of Belfort-Montbéliard) is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Belfort (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Bourgogne-Franche-Comte. This institution also has a branch campus in Montbéliard. Officially recognized by the Ministère de l'Enseignement supérieur, de la Recherche et de l'Innovation, France (Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation of France), Université de Technologie de Belfort-Montbéliard (UTBM) is a small coeducational French higher education institution. Université de Technologie de Belfort-Montbéliard (UTBM) 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 23 years old French higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UTBM also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.