Founded in 1962, The American University of Paris is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Paris (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Ile-de-France.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, The American University of Paris (AUP) is a very small (EduListing enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. The American University of Paris (AUP) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 58 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 French higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. 