Founded in 1859, Ateneo de Manila University is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Quezon City (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), National Capital Region. This institution also has a branch campus in Rockwell and Makati City. Officially recognized by the Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines, Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational Philippine higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU) 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 160 years old Philippine higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 10-20% making this Philippine higher education organization a most selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. ADMU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
