Established in 1991, Kathmandu University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the rural setting of the medium-sized town of Dhulikhel (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Central Region. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Education, Nepal, Kathmandu University (KU) is a small (uniRank enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Kathmandu University (KU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 28 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Nepalese higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.