Established in 1983, World Maritime University is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Malmö (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Skane County. Officially recognized by the International Maritime Organization, World Maritime University (WMU) is a very small coeducational Swedish higher education institution. World Maritime University (WMU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. This 39 years old Swedish higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 30-40% making this Swedish higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. WMU 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, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.