Established in 1910, Western Philippines University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the rural setting of the large town of Aborlan (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Mimaropa. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Puerto Princesa City, Quezon, El Nido, Culion, Busuanga. Officially recognized by the Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines, Western Philippines University (WPU) is a small coeducational Philippine higher education institution. Western Philippines University (WPU) 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, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 112 years old Philippine higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 90-100% making this Philippine higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. WPU 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.