Established in 1977, Högskolan i Gävle (Gävle University College) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Gävle (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Gavleborg County. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Utbildningsdepartementet, Sverige (Ministry of Education and Research, Sweden), Högskolan i Gävle (HIG) is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 9,000-9,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Högskolan i Gävle (HIG) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 42 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.