Established in 1971, Capitol University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium-sized city of Cagayan de Oro City (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Northern Mindanao.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Commission on Higher Education, Philippines, Capitol University (CU) is a medium-sized (EduListing enrollment range: 7,000-7,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Capitol University (CU) 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 EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 49 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. 