Founded in 1912, Ateneo de Zamboanga University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium-sized city of Zamboanga City (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Zamboanga Peninsula. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Commission on Higher Education, Philippines, Ateneo de Zamboanga University (AdZU) is a coeducational higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Ateneo de Zamboanga University (AdZU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 107 years old 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.